Making Math Moments That Matter Who Are The Translators In The Language of Mathematics? An Interview with Sunil Singh
Are you ready to transform your math classroom into a space where students see the beauty and relevance of mathematics in their everyday lives?
In this episode, we speak with long time friend of the show Sunil Singh who is here to give you a snapshot of his upcoming Make Math Moments Summit session around the Language of Mathematics. Sunil is an author, educator, and advocate for the teaching and learning of the beauty of mathematics! Stick with us and you’ll hear how viewing mathematics as a language to be fluently learned can revolutionize your teaching. You’ll uncover why contemporary mathematics has been excluded from K-12 math classrooms; how teachers are acting as translators in the language of mathematics and how we can help students become more fluent; and how we can create a community of scavengers in a world of mathematics.
You’ll learn:
- Discover strategies to create "math epiphanies" that foster lifelong curiosity and excitement about mathematics in your students.
- Learn about the concept of contemporary fluency in mathematics, which goes beyond procedural knowledge to include conceptual understanding and current developments in the field. This holistic approach can help you stay updated and make your teaching more relevant.
- Find out how to address the challenges of making higher-level mathematics accessible. Through practical examples and storytelling, Sunil Singh illustrates how to make complex mathematical ideas more approachable and engaging, even for students who might find math intimidating.
Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your math teaching approach—listen to this episode now and start inspiring a new generation of mathematically curious and engaged students!
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Are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don’t want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.