Making Math Moments That Matter
Episodes
Emphasizing Communication In Math Class - A Math Mentoring Moment
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this âwhere are they nowâ episode, we speak with Caitlyn Sloan, a high school math teacher from Georgia is back to update us on how she has man...
Episode 172: Avoid These Misconceptions to Teach Problem-Based Lessons With Confidence
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kyle & Jon address a few common misconceptions from the Math Moment Maker community around teaching problem-based lessons and uni...
Division Through The Years - A Session With Yvette Lehman
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today youâll hear from Yvette Lehman, an elementary educator from Windsor, Ontario. Yvette is a Primary and Junior Division Teacher Consultant for t...
Shifting From Pre-Teaching To Problem Solving - A Math Mentoring Moment
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Janelle Fortmuller, a grade 5/6 teacher from Alberta. Janelle shares insights, key learnings she had around lesson design and plan...
Episode 169: How Do You Create A Math Moment Maker?
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today the tables have turned! In this episode Jon & Kyle switch over to the other side of the interview and are put on the hot seat! Jess Michalc...
Highlighting The Missing Voices In Math Education
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this compilation episode of the podcast in honour of Black History Month, Kyle & Jon highlight six educators of colour that have had a signific...
Decluttering Proportional Relationships - An Interview With James Tanton & Ted Coe
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kyle and Jon speak with James Tanton, Mathematician-at-Large for the Mathematical Association of America and Founder of the Global Ma...
How To Build Community In Your PLC - A Math Mentoring Moment
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Garret Schneider, a middle school math teacher from Indiana. Like many of us, Garret is feeling a little bit like heâs a lone wo...
The Real Issue Behind Lack of Engagement - A Math Mentoring Moment with Aubrey McKelvey
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Aubrey McKelvey, a 7th & 8th grade teacher from Nashville Tennessee. Like many middle schoolers, Aubrey's students are tu...
Teaching Financial Literacy Through Mathematics - An Interview with Philip Dituri
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We speak with Philip Dituri from FiCycle.org about financial literacy: while so important in the real world, but is somehow rarely discussed or taught...
Why Our Existing Resources Need To Change & How To Do It Easily
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jon & Kyle take a deep dive into how we can make our existing curriculum resources be it a textbook or worksheets into curious le...
Why Under-Preparing Is The Key To Engagement - An Interview With Po-Shen Loh
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We speak with Po-Shen Loh from an American professor of mathematics at Carnegie Mellon University and the national coach of the United States' In...
Creating Thinkers Despite Time Pressure - A Math Mentoring Moment
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle and Jon speak with Tyson Banker, a senior high school teacher from Calgary, Alberta. Like many of us teachers Tyson wonders how to change his ass...
How to Make Connections In Your Problem Based Lesson - A Math Mentoring Moment
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with Nicole Whitty about the importance of big ideas and intentionality when leading your lessons. In this Math Mentoring Moment Episode we di...
Why Your Math Lesson Keeps Coming Up Short
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jon & Kyle share a reason your math lesson may be coming up short and how you can fix it. Jon & Kyle share their 4 pillars o...
Donât Ditch Your Lesson Model; Reverse It! - A Math Mentoring Moment Episode
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We speak with Lenny VerMaas from Lincoln Nebraska. Lenny has spent 28 years as a middle and high school classroom teacher followed by an additional 16...
How To Flip Your Math Class The Right Way!
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, weâll unpack the real flipped classroom, how to transform a typical lesson into an engaging problem based math lesson. Weâll shar...
Why Use Math Talks and How To Ensure They Are Effective
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Math Talks, Number Talks, Minilessons, Warm-ups⊠What are these routines? Is there a difference? If so, what are those differences?In this episode, ...
Invigorating High School Math - An Interview with Steven Leinwand & Eric Milou
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, we chat with Steve Leinwand and Eric Milou about strategies to create an Invigorating ...
Making Changes While Staying Aligned - A Math Mentoring Moment Episode
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode youâll hear Ryan Kinzler, a 8th grade teacher from Pittsburg discuss his concerns over blending his traditional curriculum resources...
Crafting A Heroâs Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math Class
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the podcast Jon & Kyle dig into Crafting a Heroâs Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math Class including why teaching math should b...
How To Support Students With Unfinished Learning - An Interview with Chrissy Allison
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the podcast today we speak with Chrissy Allison. Chrissy is a former middle school math teacher and instructional coach whoâs spent the past 7 ye...
Partnering with Parents - An Interview with Hilary Kreisberg & Matthew Beyranevand
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Weâre bringing back two wonderful and hilariously entertaining educators who are passionate about helping parents navigate math education. Hilary Kr...
Rethinking Fractions - An Interview with Shelley Yearley
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Shelley Yearley all about how we can rethink fractions in the mathematics classroom! Shelley is a fellow Ontario educator, researc...
Answers Are Only The Beginning - An Interview with Marilyn Burns
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak with the great Marilyn Burns. Marilyn is one of todayâs most highly respected mathematics educators. Over the course of m...
How to Make The Most Of Virtual Conferences + An Announcement!
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On todayâs episode, weâre excited to dive into how to make the most of the VIRTUAL conferences you attend including how to avoid âdeath by webin...
What To Do When Youâre Doubting Your Teaching Approach - A Math Mentoring Moment
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
That there is Christa Amezcua from Mexico! Christa is a middle school teacher and comes on the show today to talk about what we should do when youâr...
How To Reach More Students After The Toughest Year Ever
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we start/continue another school year during this pandemic we might find ourselves asking: What should I focus on most? How can I help my students ...
What Weâve Learned About Spiralling
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jon & Kyle share insights on their journey with spiralling their math lessons over the last 8 years. They dive into what spiralling is, why you sh...
When is drill and kill appropriate in my math class? - A Math Mentoring Moment
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Weâre speaking with David Alewine in this Math Mentoring Moment Episode. David is home-schooling his twin 6 year olds and doing a fantastic job at w...
How To Capture Observations & Conversations in Math Class
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the podcast today we speak with Lana Steiner about all things assessment! Lana is from the Horizon School Division in Saskatchewan and sheâs been...
How To Teach Through Problem Based Lessons
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. Youâll Lea...
The Transition From Gradual Release to Problem Based Learning - An Interview with Jordan Rappaport
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with Jordan Rappaport - a teacher from Toronto, Ontario. Jordanâs journey stretches from traditional teacher to Make Math Moment Academy mem...
Math Is As Important As Reading: An Interview with Isis Spann
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the podcast today we speak with Isis Spann on why building a strong home-school relationship is important to ensure all students can achieve at hig...
Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Weâre back for our third installment of our How To Start The School Year Off right! In this episode Kyle and Jon share their tips and strategies on ...
Morphing Your Assessment Practices - A Math Mentoring Moment
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Nick Rhodes who has been teaching online in one of the largest cyber schools in America. Nick shares his story from transforming f...
Create A Less Stressful Math Classroom - An Interview with Norma Gordon
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the podcast today we speak with Norma Gordon on how you can create a less stressful math classroom through mindfulness. Norma has successfully tran...
Your Summer Guide To Growth
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, Jon and Kyle discuss 5 Tips to Guide You to Summer Growth. These tips are great ways t...
How Long Do I Wait For Models and Strategies To Emerge? - A Math Mentoring Moment
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Christina Michaels - a teacher for over 24 years from Tucson Arizona. Christina has just taken our online course The Concept Holdi...
How To Fall In Love With Teaching Again - An Interview with Alex Overwijk
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we bring on our old friend Alex Overwijk from Ottawa Ontario who shares his teaching journey and transformation from a pretty typical high schoo...
How To Remove Tracking From Your Math Program - An OAME 2021 Panel Discussion
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a special treat for your ears! We recently held a live panel discussion at the annual OAME Conference (Ontario Association of Mathematic...
Iâm a Math Support Teacher and Feel Trapped. HELP! - A Math Mentoring Moment
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Caitlyn Sloan, a high school geometry teacher who is currently in the role of leading a math support class for students who requir...
Teaching Math At A Distance - An Interview with Theresa Wills
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Theresa Wills, the author of the new book Teaching Math At A Distance. Theresa is an assistant professor of mathematics of educati...
Leveraging Cultural Capital In The Math Classroom - An Interview with Thomasenia Lott Adams
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Thomasenia Lott Adams from the University of Florida --- Go Gators! Thomasenia is a mathematics teacher educator/researcher with n...
What is Efficiency In Math Class? - A Math Mentoring Moment
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Tom Marker, a 14 year veteran sixth grade teacher from Ohio! Tom reached out to us to tackle the big struggle of trying to convinc...
Math With The Brain In Mind - An Interview with Liesl McConchie
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Liesl McConchie! Liesl is a former math teacher with nearly 20 years of experience training school leaders and teachers across the...
How A Rockstar Found His Calling To Teach â A Math Mentoring Moment
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Jason Garner, a veteran teacher of 13 years and currently teaching 5th grade. Jason has been diving deep into changing his class...
My Students Arenât Engaging and Struggling! What Do I Do? - A Math Mentoring Moment
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with George Garza - a high school teacher who strives to make a difference in his students' lives is struggling with engagement, p...
Why Diagnostics Should Drive Your Instruction - An Interview With Kat Hendry
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak to Kat Hendry a teacher from Jonâs hometown of Kingston Ontario! Kat has shown her passion for MANY areas of mathematics education, ...
5 Reasons Your Students Give Up On Word Problems and How To Fix It
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find students give up too easily when working on math problems that are unfamiliar? Do you find yourself stuck pre-teaching concepts to studen...
Growing Your Assessment Practices - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment with Nathan Vaillancourt
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we catch up with Nathan Vaillancourt who was on episode 28 of the podcast. This time around Nathan unpacks where he was in his journey...
Building Flexibility: An Interview With Michelle Rinehart
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is Michelle Rinehart from HowWeTeachMath.com. Michelle is an innovative educational leader who pushes us to take action to empower female student...
Leading Equity - An Interview with Sheldon Eakins
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Sheldon Eakins from The Leading Equity Center blog and podcast. Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. is an accomplished K-12 educator and admi...
How Do I Engage My Students When The Math Is Abstract? - A Math Mentoring Moment
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this mentoring moment episode we speak with Adam Love; a first year teacher from Myrtle Beach South Carolina. Adam shares what his first few weeks ...
Pre-Service Parallels: An Interview with Erica Heinzman
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Erica Heinzman joins us to discuss important aspects of pre service programs for math educators. She highlights the importance of humanizing mathemati...
Two Formative Assessment Techniques You Should Stop Using!
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, In this episode weâre sharing two assessment strategies that are widely used every single day in math classes everywhere that we should s...
How To Engage Students While Teaching Remotely - A Math Mentoring Moment
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Weâre speaking with Danitte Kozai today about how to prevent that student who shows up to your online class for attendance and then disengages and w...
How to Use Mindfulness to Change Trajectories - An Interview with Christina Lincoln-Moore
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Christina Lincoln-Moore an innovative Constructivist educational leader who is tenacious and profoundly dedicated to mindful project-based learning to...
What Routines Make Your Day? - An Episode From the Math Moment Community!
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we hear from the members of the Math Moment Maker Community. Numerous educators share daily routines that we teachers use to keep us h...
How Do I Catch Up My Absent Students Without Jumping To The Procedure? - A Math Mentoring Moment
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Adrianne Burns - a middle school math coach and interventionist from Wisconsin. During our chat with Adrianne, we discuss a challe...
Fluency Doesnât Just Happen - An Interview with Ann Elise Record
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Ann Elise Record. Ann Elise is a seasoned educator with a career spanning over two decades of elementary classroom experience. The...
Thereâs No Wild 3 Times 5âs Running Around - Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In another âWhere are they now?â episode series we bring back on 3rd grade teacher Bill Zbozny Del Percio from Pittsburgh. Billâs back to talk a...
How To Make Math Moments - A Discussion on the Unprofessional Development Podcast
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Kyle were on the Unprofessional Development Podcast with Tudisco and Mealy discussing how to make math moments that matter. This episode is a ...
Show Your Becauses - An Interview with Nat Banting
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Nat Banting, from Saskatoon Saskatchewan! Nat is a high school math teacher turned pre-service instructor whoâs created amazin...
#109: Transitioning From Elementary to Middle School - A Math Mentoring Moment
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Shawn Seeley from the Tahoma School District. Shawn is seeking advice on transitioning from his 4th grade class into teaching mi...
#108: How to Overcome âDead Air Syndromeâ Teaching Over Zoom - A Math Mentoring Moment
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this Math Mentoring Moment episode we speak with Marnie Geltman; a 6th grade math/science teacher from Queens, New York. Marnie shares how transiti...
#107: How To Believe In Your Math Educators - An Interview with Mary Kemper
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Kemper is the Director of Mathematics for Coppell ISD in Coppell, Texas. Sheâs an Apple Distinguished Educator, and the outgoing president of...
#106: How To Influence System Change - A Math Mentoring Moment
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Nancy from St. Louis. Nancy is a math specialist at her school and is frustrated with an ineffective model of supporting students ...
#105: How Can I Use Portfolios Without Losing My Sanity? [PART 3] - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we bring back Carmen Sinatra from Richmond Hill Ontario for a 3rd time on the show. Carmen continues her chat with us about teaching during a pa...
#104: Straight Outta Campos - An Interview with Ed Campos Jr.
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat with Ed Campos Jr. who is building inclusive classrooms through music, technology, and dry-erase paint! Stick around to hear...
#103: Learning and Teaching Early Math: An Interview With Dr. Doug Clements
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak with author, early years math curriculum designer Doug Clements. Doug is a professor at the university of Denver. Heâs publ...
#102: How Do I Manage A Thinking Classroom During a Pandemic? [PART 2] A Math Mentoring Moment
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we bring back Carmen Sinatra from Richmond Hill Ontario. Carmen is back in the classroom with COVID protocols firmly in place and shares what it...
#101: Reframing Our Math Mindsets - An Interview With Howie Hua
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Howie Hua, an instructor from Fresno State in California. Howieâs love of mathematics, students, and mental health are driving f...
#100: Why The 2020 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit Needs To Be On Your Calendar
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this, the 100th episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, Jon and Kyle reflect on the past 100 âweeksâ of learning and why the 2n...
#99: We Donât Know What We Donât Know - An Interview With Farshid Safi
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Farshid Safi from the University of Central Florida. We reached out to Farshid after his presentation in NCTM 100 Days of Learning...
#98: The Thinking Classroom Part 2: An interview with Peter Liljedahl.
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak with the godfather of the Thinking Classroom Peter Liljedahl. We spoke with Peter way back on episode 21 of the podcast about...
#97 How To Implement & Consolidate Problem Based Lessons Remotely - A Math Mentoring Moment
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat with past mentoring moment guest Stephanie Moore from North Carolina! Weâve brought Stephanie back on so she can share her...
#96 : Focus & Grow - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment.
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In another âWhere are they now?â episode series we bring back on 5th grade math teacher Matt Makuch from Victoria BC. Mattâs back to talk about ...
#95: The Vast Majority of Ed-Tech Is Garbage: An Interview with Eli Luberoff
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Eli Luberoff, the CEO of Desmos not only shares why he thinks most ed-tech software doesnât make the grade he shares significant ins...
#94: How To Make Your Middle Schoolers Feel As Safe As They Did In Primary - A Math Mentoring Moment
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Maia from the Boston area. Maia is a middle school math teacher and is working hard to make all students feel a sense of belonging...
#93: How to Clear A Path For Growth: A Math Mentoring Where Are They Now Moment
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today on this Where Are They Now Math Mentoring we speak with Laura Tomas from Palm Beach county in Florida. Laura âs been teaching for 28 years and...
#92: How Do I Manage A Thinking Classroom During a Pandemic? - A Math Mentoring Moment
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Carmen Sinatra from Richmond Hill Ontario. Carmen is gearing up for her new school year during the pandemic and like many teachers...
#91: 3 Things We Can Learn From Online Learning
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Jon and Kyle reflect on their experience teaching remotely and realize that while the experience was (and continues to be) a struggle for m...
#90: What First Day Of School Activities Should I Use? - A Math Mentoring Moment
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
That there is Whitney Becker - a middle school math teacher from Alabama. Whitney joined us to discuss what activities are great on the first day of s...
Dan Meyer & Three Act Math
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with the creator of the 3-act math structure, Guinness Book of World Record holder, national speaker, and Chief Academic Officer at Des...
#88 How To Start The School Year Off Right From A Distance
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle and Jon share their insights on what was working and what needed improvement from their emergency remote teaching time before summer and provide ...
#87 How To Teach My Class When Students Are Underprepared - A Math Mentoring Moment
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak with Math Moment Maker Stephanie Moore from North Carolina. Stephanie is a college instructor recently became a Making Math M...
#86: Catalyzing Change - An Interview with Robert Q. Berry
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today weâre speaking with Robert Q. Berry, heâs the current NCTM president, heâs a professor in the Curry School of Education at the University ...
#85: Financial Literacy Isnât Just For Students
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While many of us are passionate about teaching mathematics, weâve found that more often than not many educators do not leave ourselves enough time, ...
#84: When The Tension Overtakes The Room - A Math Mentoring Moment
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Ryan Foley from Spokane, Washington. Ryan is a 6th grade math and science teacher, who became a Making Math Moments That Matter Ce...
#83: How To Get Your Students Motivated - An Interview With Ilana Horn
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak with Ilana Horn - A professor of math education at Vanderbilt University. Llanaâs work is motivated by the underperformance...
#82: Mathematics for Human Flourishing - An Interview with Francis Su
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Francis Su is a professor at Harvey Mudd College in California, heâs a past president of the Mathematical Association of America, heâs won multipl...
#81: Creating Balance in Personalized Learning: A Math Mentoring Moment.
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In another âWhere are they now?â episode series we bring back on 6th grade math teacher Sam Brotherton from St. Louis Missouri. Samâs back to ta...
#80 How Can A Fractured Educator Teach The Whole Student? - An Interview with Hema Khodai
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
That is Hema Khodai, an educator who lives relatively close to Kyle and I in Mississauga Ontario. Hema is a high school math teacher turned instructio...
#79: Same, But Different - Math Education In Israel
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to Craig Guthrie share his insights on comparing learning and teaching math in Israel to learning and teaching math here in North America. B...
#78: How to Organize Your Course and Day-to-Day Plans - A Math Mentoring Moment
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat with Jennifer LâArrivee a high school science and math teacher from British Columbia. After learning about spiralling in our...
#77: Up For Debate - An Interview With Chris Luzniak
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Youâre listening to the ever so charming math teacher & department chair at the Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles, and debate guru Chris Lu...
#76: COVID-19 Struggles Shared During Our Recent Q&A Webcall
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, Math Moment Makers! This episode is a little different from our usual episodes as we look to give you a glimpse of some of the other places...
#75: Would You Rather Math - An Interview With John Stevens
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In todayâs episode, we welcome Math Moment Maker, John Stevens to the podcast! John is an instructional coach for mathematics and technology, who no...
#74: When Do I Nudge and When Do I Coach? A âWhere Are They Now?â Math Mentoring Moment.
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In another in a series of âWhere Are They Now?â episodes we chat with Kirsten Dyck a part-time teacher and part-time math coach. We chatted with K...