Ryan Flessner

Courtney Plessner, Director of Keep Indiana Learning and a PhD candidate in math education, joins Ryan Flessner, a professor at Butler University, to discuss key takeaways from the Building Thinking Classrooms conference. They delve into the importance of equity in math instruction and share strategies for enhancing student engagement and understanding. Courtney highlights instructional routines that promote authentic thinking, while Ryan emphasizes the value of mentor texts in reflecting student voices. Together, they explore how to create a math classroom that prioritizes deep learning and meaningful discussions.

Courtney Flessner, the Director at Keep Indiana Learning and former educator with a Ph.D., and Ryan Flessner, a Butler University education professor, discuss the importance of daily number sense routines in enhancing student engagement. They explore challenges of abstract mathematics, the significance of mentorship in professional growth, and insights on equity in education from a recent conference. The conversation also emphasizes the need for work-life balance in teaching, highlighting personal stories and innovative strategies that enrich math education.

Courtney Flessner, the Director of Keep Indiana Learning and host of the Math and Other Things podcast, joins her husband Ryan Flessner, a Professor of Education, for a lively debate on aligning reading and math teaching methods. They explore complexities in teaching math versus reading, discuss the importance of vocabulary, and critique the role of memorization versus conceptual understanding. The couple emphasizes the potential benefits of integrating both subjects for better student engagement, advocating for innovative educational practices.