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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

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Transforming A Math Program: The Journey of Two Dedicated Math Coordinators

Transforming A Math Program: The Journey of Two Dedicated Math Coordinators

Can you see the light at the end of the tunnel? Can you feel the change that is happening in your district’s math program? Are you on the right pathway to improve math instruction and ultimately stud…

00:39:44  |   Mon 13 May 2024
The Secrets of Engagement Through Timing - A Math Mentoring Moment

The Secrets of Engagement Through Timing - A Math Mentoring Moment

Are you ready to transform your math classroom into a hub of student engagement and participation?

If you're a math teacher or educator striving to maintain sustained student engagement and lead effec…

00:49:27  |   Mon 06 May 2024
Guided Independence For Math PD: How Much Hand Holding Is Too Much When Providing Support In Math Classes?

Guided Independence For Math PD: How Much Hand Holding Is Too Much When Providing Support In Math Classes?

Are you struggling to find the perfect balance between knowing what is enough guidance and structure you need to effectively teach your grade level or course? If you’re a district leader of math prog…

00:33:46  |   Mon 29 Apr 2024
Teach Your Math Class Using Puzzles & Games - An Interview with Gordon Hamilton from Math Pickle

Teach Your Math Class Using Puzzles & Games - An Interview with Gordon Hamilton from Math Pickle

How can we engage our students for the entire class with grade level content? Puzzles aligned to grade level standards is one answer. 

In this episode we speak with Gordon Hamilton from Mathpickle.com…

00:48:14  |   Mon 22 Apr 2024
Help! My Curriculum Resource Is Being Pulled Away. What Do I Do Now? - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment

Help! My Curriculum Resource Is Being Pulled Away. What Do I Do Now? - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment

It can feel frustrating and overwhelming and you’ll feel like you’re forced to “go back to the drawing board” when your curriculum resource is pulled away from you. 

What do we consider when trying to…

00:53:02  |   Mon 15 Apr 2024
Designing Effective Math Professional Development in 4 Stages

Designing Effective Math Professional Development in 4 Stages

Each and every year, district and school mathematics leadership teams spend countless hours crafting lofty goals and monitoring plans, but struggle to state measurable improvement in effective teache…

01:16:48  |   Mon 08 Apr 2024
Beyond Fairy Dust: A Math Consultant's Journey to Making Impactful Change

Beyond Fairy Dust: A Math Consultant's Journey to Making Impactful Change

Ever felt like you're just "sprinkling fairy dust" in your educational role without making a real impact?

This Math Mentoring is for every educator leader, math coach, or math coordinator grappling wi…

00:38:39  |   Mon 01 Apr 2024
How To Give Effective Feedback In Elementary Mathematics Classrooms - A Math Mentoring Moment

How To Give Effective Feedback In Elementary Mathematics Classrooms - A Math Mentoring Moment

When you shift your teaching practices from “I do, we do, you” to a problem based approach that engages students to think first you will often be led to question how you give feedback to students. 

In…

00:41:15  |   Mon 25 Mar 2024
Banishing Boredom: How #MathPlay Breathes Life into Dull Math Classes

Banishing Boredom: How #MathPlay Breathes Life into Dull Math Classes

Ever wondered how to transform math class into every student's favorite subject? Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of #MathPlay with Libo Valencia, a passionate high school math teach…

00:48:11  |   Mon 18 Mar 2024
How Can I Battle My Insecurities When Teaching Through Tasks & Problem Based Math Lessons - A Math Mentoring Moment

How Can I Battle My Insecurities When Teaching Through Tasks & Problem Based Math Lessons - A Math Mentoring Moment

How can you transform your middle school classroom with problem-based lessons while overcoming personal insecurities and teaching doubts?

In this mentoring moment episode we speak with Joanne Ward, a …

00:42:21  |   Mon 11 Mar 2024
How To Align Your Math Classroom Teaching Practices With Your Philosophy - A Math Mentoring Moment

How To Align Your Math Classroom Teaching Practices With Your Philosophy - A Math Mentoring Moment

Have you ever wondered how to ensure your teaching actions align seamlessly with your educational philosophies? How close is your practice with your preach? 

In this episode we speak with Felicia Fave…

00:42:20  |   Mon 04 Mar 2024
Where should we focus our district’s math PD goals for the rest of this year? Next year?

Where should we focus our district’s math PD goals for the rest of this year? Next year?

Are you struggling to turn your ambitious math educational goals into tangible results in your classroom or district? Have you been asking: Where should I focus the efforts of my district math pd pla…

00:45:01  |   Mon 26 Feb 2024
Navigating the Blend: Unifying Grades in Standards-Based Grading - A Math Mentoring Moment

Navigating the Blend: Unifying Grades in Standards-Based Grading - A Math Mentoring Moment

Explore the often unspoken struggles that even seasoned math teachers encounter when grappling with concepts in middle and high school grades. Gain insights into the power of anecdotal assessments fo…

00:43:36  |   Mon 19 Feb 2024
How To Consolidate & Close Your Building Thinking Classroom Lesson [Part 2]

How To Consolidate & Close Your Building Thinking Classroom Lesson [Part 2]

As educators of mathematics around the world embrace the ideas shared in Building Thinking Classrooms, more and more students are being positioned to think collaboratively during math class instead o…

00:34:00  |   Mon 12 Feb 2024
The Crucial Role of Educational Leadership in Math - An Interview with Rob Baier

The Crucial Role of Educational Leadership in Math - An Interview with Rob Baier

Curious about the transformative power of leadership in mathematics education? Ever felt the challenge of aligning your strategic plan when it seems like you're constantly putting out fires? Join us …

00:52:32  |   Mon 05 Feb 2024
How To Consolidate & Close Your Building Thinking Classroom Lesson [Part 1]

How To Consolidate & Close Your Building Thinking Classroom Lesson [Part 1]

As educators of mathematics around the world embrace the ideas shared in Building Thinking Classrooms, more and more students are being positioned to think collaboratively during math class instead o…

00:38:17  |   Mon 29 Jan 2024
Creating Safe and Equitable Math Classrooms - A Math Mentoring Moment

Creating Safe and Equitable Math Classrooms - A Math Mentoring Moment

Have you ever wondered why creating a safe space for students in mathematics class is crucial? This episode of The Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast explores this question and unveils insights …

00:51:26  |   Mon 22 Jan 2024
Can We Build A Thinking Classroom & Still Maintain Rigor - A Math Mentoring Moment

Can We Build A Thinking Classroom & Still Maintain Rigor - A Math Mentoring Moment

Today we speak with Michael Finley, the academic dean for math and science at a K-12 independent school. 

Michael's staff is questioning their work in building thinking classrooms and how it serves hi…

00:55:29  |   Mon 15 Jan 2024
Are You Cleaning Up Messes That Haven't Happened Yet? - A Math Mentoring Moment

Are You Cleaning Up Messes That Haven't Happened Yet? - A Math Mentoring Moment

Today we speak with Diana Worthen, a 10th grade math teacher from Denver Colorado. In our discussion we help to shake out a common pebble in an educator's shoes: How to keep students engaged during p…

00:41:43  |   Mon 08 Jan 2024
The Pathway To Higher Achievement: A Conversation with Mike Lipnos

The Pathway To Higher Achievement: A Conversation with Mike Lipnos

Join us for an uplifting conversation with Mike Lipnos, a middle school teacher and math coach from Ohio. In this episode Mike shares his experience and insights on helping teachers build ownership a…

00:45:35  |   Mon 01 Jan 2024
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