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Making Math Moments That Matter

Helping you transform your K-12 math lesson plans by building confidence in effective teaching practices, guiding you to transform your math curriculum, and inspiring classroom strategies to engage all students.

As a teacher are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans where students don’t want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings?

As a mathematics coordinator or leader are you wondering how to support teachers when implementing engaging math lessons that fuel student sense making?

Over the last 19 years, Kyle and Jon, the founders of MakeMathMoments.com have been engaging students, teachers, and district program leaders with effective mathematics pedagogy, accessible resources, and inspiring learning environments in K-12 math classrooms.

Now, in this podcast they coach you – K-12 classroom teachers and district leaders of mathematics through a 6 step plan that cultivates and fosters your mathematics program like a strong, healthy and balanced tree.

If you master the 6 parts of an effective mathematics program, the impact you have on students or teachers will grow and reach far and wide.

Every week, you’ll hear insight from practicing classroom teachers and leaders in math education so you’ll get the feedback, guidance, and fresh ideas you need to stop feeling overwhelmed, gain back your confidence, and inspire the students and fellow teachers you serve to enjoy the beauty of mathematics once again.

Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180

Copyright: © 2024 Making Math Moments That Matter

Latest Episodes:

Why Use Math Talks and How To Ensure They Are Effective Nov 22, 2021

Show notes

Math Talks, Number Talks, Minilessons, Warm-ups… What are these routines? Is there a difference? If so, what are those differences?

In this episode, we’ll unpack what we believe the true elements of a Math Talk are and how you can leverage the power of an effective Math Talk in your classroom to start your next math lesson!

You’ll learn:

What is a math talk and what Is not a math talk;
The Teacher Moves necessary to lead a math talk effectively;
Why you should include math talks into your programming; and,
What resources exist so I can start tomorrow.

Resources:

https://Wodb.ca

https://Estimation180.com

https://Wouldyourathermath.com

How To Lead A Math Talk Snapshot → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np4gGKmspbE

https://Mathisvisual.com

https://makemathmoments.com/tasks

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

Invigorating High School Math - An Interview with Steven Leinwand & Eric Milou Nov 15, 2021

Show notes

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 High School Math program.

Steve served as Mathematics Supervisor in the Connecticut Department of Education for 22 years and is a former president of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. In 2021, he was awarded the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics' Lifetime Achievement Award.

Eric Milou is Professor of Mathematics at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ. Eric served as President of the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New Jersey and on the Board of Directors of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics.

You’ll Learn:

Why making shifts in high school math education is required to empower students;
What content in our HS curriculum needs to be eliminated and what can replace it;
Why 6th grade is harder to teach than calculus;
What change you can make tomorrow to make a difference in your career; and,
Why the status quo is unacceptable in mathematics education;

Resources:

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

Making Changes While Staying Aligned - A Math Mentoring Moment Episode Nov 08, 2021

Show notes

In this episode you’ll hear Ryan Kinzler, a 8th grade teacher from Pittsburg discuss his concerns over blending his traditional curriculum resources (such as the textbook) with high impact strategies and problem based lessons. In this discussion Ryan realizes how to feel confident with the choices he makes in the classroom and how small moves will result in big impact.

This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them.

You’ll Learn:

How to stay aligned with your department when your teaching approach varies;
How to blend the resources you’ve collected with your curriculum;
How to change your pedagogy one lesson at a time; and,
How to feel confident about the choices you make in your classroom.

Resources:

Ryan’s Twitter: @crushTheTurtle
G’Day Math by James Tanton
Visual Patterns
Which One Doesn’t Belong
Make Math Moments Problem Based Units
Learn How To “Flip” The Gradual Release of Responsibility Lesson Model

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

Crafting A Hero’s Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math Class Nov 01, 2021

Show notes

Today on the podcast Jon & Kyle dig into Crafting a Hero’s Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math Class including why teaching math should be more like telling a story, what elements will help you craft a lesson that plays out like a story to spark curiosity in your students, how to get kids hooked in just like your favourite movies and books, and finally where you can go to learn more and begin crafting your own mathematics program that feels like a book you don’t want to put down.

You’ll learn:

Why teaching mathematics should be more like telling a story vs. “teaching” with the gradual release of responsibility model;
The necessary elements that will help craft a story that sparks curiosity in your students;
How you can shape your math lessons so they’re like your favourite addictive movies and books; and,
Where you can go to find more on making your math class a story that students won’t want to end.

Resources:

https://summit.makemathmoments.com

https://learn.makemathmoments.com/tasks

https://makemathmoments.com/hero/

https://makemathmoments.com/framework

https://blog.mrmeyer.com/2011/the-three-acts-of-a-mathematical-story/

https://apocketfulofpi.com/coordinating-the-struggle-making-math-moments-week-3/

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

How To Support Students With Unfinished Learning - An Interview with Chrissy Allison Oct 25, 2021

Show notes

On the podcast today we speak with Chrissy Allison. Chrissy is a former middle school math teacher and instructional coach who’s spent the past 7 years supporting school administrators and their coaches to improve teaching and learning through professional learning and instructional coaching. She’s the host of The Mindful Math Podcast, and she works full time as an online coach for school- and district-level math coaches, specialists, and instructional leaders.

Stick with us and you will hear ideas, tips, and insights about how to support students with unfinished learning in math. You’ll also hear how to differentiate lessons and tasks to meet students where they are while moving forward with content from the current grade.

You’ll Learn:

Students with unfinished learning can engage in grade-level work
There are simple ways to differentiate lessons and tasks to meet students where they are while moving forward with content from the current grade
Accelerating unfinished learning is about way more than “filling math gaps.” Oftentimes students have a history of struggling in math class and, as a result, lack confidence in their ability which can look like low motivation and engagement. It’s important to help students in these social-emotional areas as well as with academics.

Resources:

Increase Access Resource Bundle - 10 Strategies, Planning Guide, Asset-Based vs. Deficit-Based Language Chart

Solutions to Unfinished Learning Must Go Beyond Academics - post on Achieve the Core’s Aligned blog

T or F? Students With Unfinished Learning Can Access Grade-Level Math - The Mindful Math Podcast Episode 8

Bridge to Grade-Level Math Framework - A Proven 5-Step System To Support Students With Unfinished Learning

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

Partnering with Parents - An Interview with Hilary Kreisberg & Matthew Beyranevand Oct 18, 2021

Show notes

We’re bringing back two wonderful and hilariously entertaining educators who are passionate about helping parents navigate math education. Hilary Kresiberg and Matthew Beyranevand have co authored a new book for teachers called Partnering With Parents.

Stick around and learn how to help parents deal with math anxiety so they can assist their children at home; how to communicate with your parents when starting the school year; how we can communicate our strategies and methodologies with parents so they feel confident; and, how we can help parents with the varying levels of homework students get from year to year or even teacher to teacher.

You’ll Learn:

How to help parents deal with math anxiety so they can assist their children at home;
How to communicate with your parents when starting the school year;
How we can communicate our strategies and methodologies with parents so they feel confident; and,
How we can help parents with the varying levels of homework students get from year to year or even teacher to teacher.

Resources:

Partnering With Parents [Book]

Adding Parents To The Equation [Book]

mathwithmatthew.com

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

Rethinking Fractions - An Interview with Shelley Yearley Oct 11, 2021

Show notes

Today we speak with Shelley Yearley all about how we can rethink fractions in the mathematics classroom! Shelley is a fellow Ontario educator, researcher and author who has held many roles over her career which you will hear all about today including her most recent role as she has returned to the classroom!

Stick with us and you learn why you should focus on unit fractions before rushing to the algorithm for operating with fractions; what the Fraction Learning Pathway is and how it can help you in your classroom; and, why students & many adults struggle with fractions and what we can do about it.

You’ll Learn:

How we can understand fractions at a deeper level (as educators)
Why students & many adults struggle with fractions and what we can do about it.
Why you should ask students what they know
Why you should focus on unit fractions before any operations with fractions
What is the Fraction Learning Pathway and how you can use it in your classroom.

Resources:

Targeted implementation planning supports 4 revised mathematics

https://www.Mathies.ca

https://www.fractionslearningpathways.ca/

Rethinking Fractions

https://twitter.com/shelleyyearly

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

Answers Are Only The Beginning - An Interview with Marilyn Burns Oct 04, 2021

Show notes

In this episode we speak with the great Marilyn Burns. Marilyn is one of today’s most highly respected mathematics educators. Over the course of more than 55 years, Marilyn has taught children, led professional development sessions, spoken at conferences, contributed to professional journals, written more than a dozen books for children, and created more than 20 professional development resources for teachers and administrators.

Stick with us and you learn what assessment really means and how to assess for student learning; how you can integrate one-on-one interviews into your math program and still “teach the curriculum”; what to ask when assessing your students in one-on-one interviews; and, you’ll learn how to become passionate and curious about how students think and reason.

You’ll Learn:

What assessment really means and how to assess for student learning;
How you can integrate one-on-one interviews into your math program and still “teach the curriculum”;
Why answers are only the beginning;
What to ask when assessing your students in one-on-one interviews; and,
How to become passionate and curious about how students think and reason.

Resources:

https://marilynburnsmath.com/

https://twitter.com/mburnsmath

Math Solutions https://mathsolutions.com/

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

How to Make The Most Of Virtual Conferences + An Announcement! Sep 27, 2021

Show notes

On today’s episode, we’re excited to dive into how to make the most of the VIRTUAL conferences you attend including how to avoid “death by webinar”!

We’ll also be diving into some strategies on how to be more picky when selecting your session plus how to stay more engaged while you’re in them.
Finally we’re excited to make a BIG announcement that we know the Math Moment Maker Community is going to love.

You’ll learn:

How you can make the most of the virtual conferences you attend including how to avoid “death by webinar”;
How to be more picky when choosing your sessions; and,
We are excited to make an announcement that you’re going to love.

Resources:

https://makemathmoments.com/summit

Doug Clements https://makemathmoments.com/episode103

https://makemathmoments.com/episode133/

https://makemathmoments.com/grade-9-de-streamed-math/

https://makemathmoments.com/episode15/

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

What To Do When You’re Doubting Your Teaching Approach - A Math Mentoring Moment Sep 20, 2021

Show notes

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 you’re doubting your teaching approach and strategies.

We chat with Christa about a recent interaction she had with a colleague that left her feeling a bit inadequate and we help her focus her efforts so she can build her confidence so she can continue to Make Math Moments

This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through a common math class struggle. Together, we’ll brainstorm some possible next steps and strategies to overcome them.

You’ll Learn:

How to Convince Colleagues Making Math Moments is Worth it?
Why having a partner to share your thinking is absolutely necessary.
What data should we look at to feel confident with our teaching methods.

Resources:

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

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.

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