Making Math Moments That Matter How To Teach Through Problem Based Lessons
In this episode Kyle and Jon dive deep into a problem based task and unpack it so you can make math moments every day in your classroom.
You’ll Learn:
- The teacher moves we need to make before starting a task with our students;
- The elements that are necessary to build a great problem based lesson;
- What a problem based unit looks like over the course of 5 days; and,
- Where purposeful practice fits in to your lesson.
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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.