

DebateMath Podcast
Chris Luzniak & Rob Baier
Bringing together educators with opposing viewpoints to have a discussion and explore the arguments
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Mar 3, 2022 • 33min
Debate 3 - Let Them Use Notes
Send us a textShould students be allowed to use notes on a math test? Listen as two teams of students debate the pros and cons of using notes on tests. What is fair to have on a notecard? What types of assessments should have notes? Our guests hope to help you answer these questions as they debate this episode’s resolution: Let Them Use Notes!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our BlueSky: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Feb 3, 2022 • 56min
Debate 2 - Stop Making Students Memorize Math
Send us a textShould students be asked to memorize in math class? Listen as two teams of two–with Dr. Mandi Tolen, Dr. Raj Shah, Liesl McConchie, and Geoff Krall–debate the purpose and reality of memorization. How much or what should you have your students memorize? Our guests hope to help you answer that question as they debate this episode’s resolution: Stop making students memorize math!Resources Referenced in this Episode:Building Fact Fluency by Graham Fletcher and Tracy Johnston Zager Prime Climb game - Math for LoveFollow Dr. Mandi Tolen on Twitter: @MandiTolenEDU. Websites: Make Math Not Suck & Infinitely TeachingFollow Dr. Raj Shah on Twitter:@drrajshah, Websites: DrRajShah.com & Math Plus AcademyFollow Liesl McConchie on Twitter: @LieslMcconchie, Website: Math with the Brain in MindFollow Geoff Krall on Twitter: @geoffkrall, Website: Emergent MathBoth Raj & Liesl mentioned their courses on Grassroots WorkshopsGeoff Krall mentioned his book Necessary ConditionsListened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our BlueSky: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Jan 27, 2022 • 33min
Debate 1 - The Great Trapezoid Debate
Send us a textWelcome to the Great Trapezoid Debate! Listen as Zak Champagne and Shelby Strong debate the definition of a trapezoid. Are you #TeamInclusive or #TeamExclusive? Our guests dive into the details of the geometric definitions of quadrilaterals and discuss the importance of spending time in the nuance. See our YouTube Channel for the video version of this episode!Resources Referenced in this Episode:Chris Luzniak’s book Up for Debate! An explanation of Oxford Style debate structureBerkeley Everett and his #TeamInclusive/#TeamExclusive shirts.NCTM Trapezoid Debate SessionFollow Shelby on Twitter: @StrongerMath or @Sneffleupagus. Website: https://www.strongermath.com/ Follow Zak on Twitter: @zakchamp, Website: www.zakchamp.comListened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our BlueSky: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Jan 20, 2022 • 15min
Episode 0 - DebateMath Podcast: What to Expect?
Send us a textWelcome to the #DebateMath Podcast! Before our first episodes air, we wanted to take a moment to introduce ourselves and share the ideas behind this podcast. Tune in to hear all about our plans and goals. We have an exciting season ahead!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com.Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak.Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our BlueSky: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!