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 ...
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Transform A Compliance-Driven Math PD Calendar Into Real Change
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24:51Math professional development is everywhere—but is it actually helping teachers grow? In this episode, we explore Jim Knight’s Outside-In and Inside-Out models of professional learning, diving into why traditional top-down math PD often fails to make an impact and what happens when teachers take the lead in their own learning. Learn how math PD can…
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How to Support All Students Without ‘Watering Down’ the Math: A Look At MTSS
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37:42Why Your Struggling Students Aren’t Catching Up—Even With Extra Help In this episode, we take a closer look at MTSS—Multi-Tiered System of Supports—through the lens of mathematics. While many schools have a clearer vision of what MTSS looks like in literacy, applying the same structure in math can be more complex. We unpack what Tier 1, Tier 2, and…
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You Bought a Math Curriculum Resource... Now What?
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24:21School districts often invest significant time and money into purchasing new math curriculum resources, but all too often, those materials end up collecting dust—or worse, being implemented in ways that dilute their impact. In this episode, we unpack what comes after the purchase. How do you move from adoption to actual transformation in the math c…
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My War Against Algebra Tricks - A Math Mentoring Moment
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44:40Have you been relying on endless algebra flowcharts to nowhere? Are your students relying on tricks and shortcuts instead of truly understanding math? Are they seeing math as a set of disconnected procedures to apply and success comes when you figure out which procedure applies given a set of inputs? Whether you teach elementary or high school, the…
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Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Loo…
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Maximizing Your PLCs: Turning Collaboration into Real Impact
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Support or Setback? The Hidden Cost of Front-Loading Support for Math Teachers
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How To Prepare For Your Upcoming Standardized Math Test & Reduce Unwanted Pressure
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How Useful Are Pacing Guides in Math Instruction? Balancing Alignment and Autonomy
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The Real Magic Behind Math Talk Success In Your Classroom
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The Key to Understanding Fractions and Algebraic Thinking
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Why Math Coaching Might Not Be Sticking (And What to Do About It)
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Math Rules That Expire: Rethinking Math Tricks & Shortcuts for Long-Term Understanding
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Why Your Math PD Isn't Sticking (And What to Do About It)
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Building Thinking Classrooms: Finding the Right Balance
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27:14Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & Units Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement p…
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How To Design Large-Scale PD For Math Improvement: When is it Worth the Investment?
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Beyond Think-Pair-Share: Practical Teaching Moves To Enhance Meaningful Mathematical Discourse
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Too Many Math Initiatives, Not Enough Impact - How One District Found Focus & Results
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How To Group Students In Math Class: Similar Abilities or Mixed Abilities in Math Classrooms?
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The Five-Why Framework For Decision Making in Math Leadership & Education
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28:03Are you a math leader struggling to create meaningful math improvement plans that actually make a difference in your schools? In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter podcast, we sit down with Blaine McInosh, a Divisional Mathematics Support Teacher from the Winnipeg School Division who has partnered with our District Improvement Prog…
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Hitting Refresh In Your Math Classroom: How To Create The Right Conditions For Math Success
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How To Create Math Impact and Avoid Teacher Burnout
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27:01Schools are caught between too much pressure (think: endless monitoring, weaponized data, and stressed-out teachers) and too much support with zero urgency (a.k.a. “We’ll get to it someday”). And let’s be real—sometimes, it feels like there’s neither pressure nor support, just a vague hope that things will magically improve. In this episode, we exp…
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Shifting From Textbook Teacher to Responsive Teacher Through Formative Assessment
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41:51Are you struggling to help students who seem years behind their classmates catch up in math? This episode dives into a practical, step-by-step approach for using targeted, small-group instruction to close gaps quickly guided by formative assessment—so you can ensure every student feels confident and capable in your math classroom. We speak with Jac…
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It’s Not Just About the Math Curriculum: Turning Math Routines Into Real Results
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27:16Are you a K-12 math coordinator looking for ways to spark genuine, productive discourse among students and teachers instead of just “covering” the curriculum? If you’re eager to move beyond the checklists and pacing guides and ensure your teachers truly embrace strategies like student-to-student discussions, this episode will help you strengthen yo…
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How To Prepare For Parent-Teacher Interviews for Math Success
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When to Say Goodbye: Navigating Challenging Math Coaching Relationships
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31:13As a math coach, building relationships with teachers is critical to fostering meaningful growth and collaboration. But what happens when a math coaching partnership becomes stagnant or even toxic? In this episode, we tackle the delicate topic of ending a math coaching relationship when it’s no longer productive. We'll explore signs that it’s time …
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Harnessing Feedback in Math Class: How to Make Assessment Work for You and Your Students
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Beyond the Helper Zone: Strategies for Sustainable Math Coaching Impact
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They’re Not Engaged! What Should I Do? - A Math Mentoring Moment
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33:04Struggling to get your math students genuinely engaged and confident—without relying on the same old worksheets? In this mentoring moment episode, you’ll discover how a fellow high school teacher will restructure her lessons and rethink classroom culture to help students conquer math anxiety and develop true problem-solving skills—so you can do the…
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From Busywork to Results: How to Monitor What Matters in Math Improvement | Math Coaching & Support
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Storytelling with Data: Making Data and Numbers Come Alive in Math Class
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29:12What if we could transform how students—and even adults—view mathematics, turning graphs and data into a thrilling, creative superpower? For many educators, engaging students in math feels like a struggle, especially when it comes to making abstract concepts like data and graphs relatable. In this episode, author Cole Nussbaumer-Knaflic shares how …
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How You Can Model Math Lessons Effectively for Lasting Impact
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How Do I Engage My Students When Teaching a Split-Level Math Class - A Math Mentoring Moment
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32:41Are you struggling to manage a math classroom with students learning at different paces while still creating engaging, equitable experiences for everyone? In this episode, we tackle the challenge of teaching split classes with staggered student groups—something many educators face in today's flexible and evolving classroom models. Whether you teach…
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Breaking Down Barriers That Prevent Progress in Mathematics Achievement
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How To Develop A Robust Math Teaching Style
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The Math "Money Bomb" Curse – And What It’s Costing Your Schools | Math Resources Decision Making
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How To Use Tool Talks To Boost Student Agency And Sense Making in Math Class | Math Manipulatives
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Is Your PD Structure Sabotaging Your Mathematics Goals? | Math Coaching & Training
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High School Mathematics Reimagined, Revitalized, and Relevant: An Interview with Two NCTM presidents
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39:36How can we reimagine high school math to truly prepare students for the real world? Hear from Kevin Dykema and Latrenda Knighten, two NCTM presidents, one past and one current, who are leading the charge to make math relevant, revitalized, and engaging. High school math often feels disconnected from students' futures, leaving many wondering, "Why d…
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Why “Doing It All” Is Hurting Your Progress For Sustainable Math Achievement
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23:23As a math coordinator or coach do you ever feel like your math improvement to-do list could double as a novel? Same here. Turns out, the secret to increased math achievement isn’t in doing more—it’s in doing less (but better). Discover why going narrow might be the key to transforming math instruction in your school(s). Many math leaders and educat…
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Why Shifting K-12 Math Instruction Feels So Hard (And What We’re Missing)
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How to Re-frame Support To Increase Strategy Adoption in Math | Math Coaching & Training
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15:00Why do so many professional development plans flop? Because they’re trying to fix the wrong problem. Are you struggling to get teachers on board with new strategies in their classrooms when teaching mathematics? In this episode, we tackle the disconnect between professional development initiatives in the area of math and the real challenges teacher…
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Math Fact Fluency: Must-Know Facts - An Interview with Jennifer Bay-Williams
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33:52Is Math Fact Fluency a term you’ve heard a lot lately when it comes to math education? Well there’s a good reason for that. There’s a massive campaign to help all educators understand what real math fact fluency means vs. just rote memorization and regurgitation math facts. One of the leaders of this campaign is Jennifer Bay Williams and she’s this…
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How Shifting Assessment Practices in Math Is Your Gateway To Improved Achievement | Math Assessment Coaching & Training
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26:19Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Are your teachers’ math assessments…
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Math Retention Struggles Grades 6 to 12: Here’s Why and How To Fix It
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31:31Are you struggling with your student’s math retention or maybe you’re struggling to engage students who feel disconnected from math or battle math anxiety? In this episode, Jon Orr and Yvette Lehman welcome back Juliana Tapper, an expert in supporting students who struggle with math, to explore impactful ways to address student engagement and math …
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Prune to Thrive: Why Doing Less Can Strengthen Your Math Program | Effective Mathematics Coaching and Training
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8:21Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://growyourmathprogram.com Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. http://makemathmoments.com/discovery/ Are you struggling to make a re…
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From Teacher to Facilitator in Math Class - An Interview with Crystal M. Watson | Mathematical Discourse
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34:37Ready to transform your math classroom into a space where students feel empowered, take risks, and truly engage in meaningful learning and mathematical discourse? In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter podcast, we sit down with Crystal M. Watson to explore how educators can shift from being the “knower” at the front of the room to b…
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90% of Math Educators Won’t Implement Your Strategy Without This Component
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5:24Have you ever delivered a professional development session that felt powerful in the moment but didn't lead to the changes you hoped for in the classroom? In this episode, we tackle a common challenge: how to ensure your PD sessions translate into real, meaningful shifts in teacher practice. It’s not enough to inspire in the moment; you need to cre…
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Teaching Multiplication and Division: 10 Must Have Tools - An Interview with Dr. Nikki Newton
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27:32How do you help students master multiplication and division while keeping them engaged and confident? In this episode, Dr. Nikki Newton shares how relationship-building and effective teaching tools can lower students' fear of math and boost their fact fluency, especially in multiplication and division. Discover strategies that directly address the …
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