Modern Math Teacher- Teaching Strategies for High School and Middle School Math Teachers
The Modern Math Teacher helps you make math class the best part of your 6-12 students' day. Join Kristen Moore for quick, real-talk episodes on Project Based Learning, student-centered teaching strategies, AI and technology inspired lesson planning and boosting student engagement—without burning out.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 12 minutes
- Episodes
- 134
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
#93 Spring into Something New: Why Now is the Best Time to Try PBL
🎧 Have you ever thought about trying something new in your classroom but worried about the timing?
Spring might be your perfect opportunity to experiment with project-based learning (PBL)! In this ep…
#92: 3 Ways AI Can Help with Lesson Planning and Differentiation
Wish you had more time to personalize lessons, create engaging activities, and support all learners—without adding hours to your prep? AI might just be the tool you need.
In this episode, we’re breaki…
#91 Spring Reset: Simple Teaching Strategies to Re-Energize Your Classroom
Feeling the mid-semester slump? You’re not alone! March is that tricky time of year when energy dips, students get distracted, and classroom routines start slipping. But the good news? A simple sprin…
#90 AI in Math Education: What’s Hype vs. What Actually Helps?
AI is everywhere—but is it actually useful in math class, or just another tech buzzword? 🤔
When ChatGPT first hit the scene, I dismissed it. I thought, "This is just Mathway for English teachers." But…
#89: March Math Madness in the Classroom🏀
🏀What if your students were as engaged in math as they are in filling out their March College Basketball Madness brackets?
March is one of the best times of the year to bring real-world connections in…
#88: Rigor + Relationships = Student Engagement
February is the month of love, and we’re asking: Can you set high expectations and still be the teacher your students love and trust? Spoiler alert: You absolutely can! In this episode, we’re diving …
#87: Winning Warm-Ups: Easy Bell Ringers to Energize Your Math Class
Do you know the secret to starting your math class on the right foot? It’s all in the warm-up! A great bell ringer not only sets the tone for the day but also engages your students and gets them thin…
#86: Presidents Day Projects: Connecting Math to History 🇺🇸📊
Presidents’ Day isn’t just a time to reflect on leadership—it’s a perfect opportunity to connect math to history and civic engagement! In this episode, we’re diving into cross-curricular connections …
#85: Real-World Math at the Big Game: The Football Championship Project 🏈📊
Are you ready to turn the NFL Championship Big Game into a math teacher’s dream lesson? This episode is all about making math real, relevant, and engaging by connecting it to one of the biggest cultu…
#84 Transforming Classrooms to Meet Every Learner’s Needs with Rob Barnett
This week, I’m thrilled to sit down with Rob Barnett, a former teacher, co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project (MCP), and author of the brand-new book Meet Every Learner’s Needs. Rob has dedicat…
#83 Using AI to Engage Students Beyond the Classroom
Want to make math feel relevant? In this episode, Kristen shares tips for connecting math lessons to students’ lives and interests. Plus, learn how to use AI tools to find real-world examples and dat…
#82 Classroom Management Strategy Reset for Second Semester
Is your classroom ready for the second semester? This episode dives into CHAMPS strategies to help you reset routines, reestablish expectations, and create a positive learning environment. Plus, disc…
#81 New Year, New Goals: Simple Goal Setting Classroom Activities
Start the new year with intentionality! In this episode, Kristen shares strategies to help teachers and students set meaningful goals for 2025. From reflecting on last semester to using AI tools for …
🏆BEST OF 2024: (Re)Building Thinking Classrooms: Consolidating + Note-Taking
🎉 Most Listened to in 2024! Replay of Ep 51: (Re)Building Thinking Classrooms: Consolidating + Note-Taking 🎉
Back by popular demand, this episode blew up in 2024, and we’re bringing it back to give yo…
🏆BEST OF 2024: Unlock Classroom Routine: Essential Math Class Structure Tips
🎉 Most Listened to in 2024! Replay of Ep 58: Unlock Classroom Routine: Essential Math Class Structure Tips 🎉
We’re bringing back one of your absolute favorites from 2024! This episode topped the chart…
Ep 78: Reflect and Reset: Preparing for a Fresh Start in January
✨ Reflect and Reset: Preparing for a Fresh Start in January
As the year comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the semester and prepare for a fresh start in January. ✨ In this episode, Kristen shar…
Ep 77: Preparing for Semester Exams: Tips for Teachers and Students
✨ Preparing for Semester Exams: Tips for Teachers and Students
Feeling the pressure of semester exams? 📝 In this episode, Kristen shares her favorite tips to help teachers and students prepare for exa…
Ep 76: The Gift Wrap Challenge: A Hands on Math Activity
✨ The Gift Wrap Challenge: A Hands-On Math Activity
Bring holiday cheer into your math classroom with the Gift Wrap Challenge! 🎁 In this episode, Kristen shares how this hands-on activity engages stud…
Ep 75: Managing Classroom Energy and Behavior During the Holiday Season
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With the holidays right around the corner, keeping classroom behavior on track can feel like a challenge! 🎄 In this episode, Kristen shares practical strategies to manage classro…
Ep 74: Inclusively Celebrating Winter Holidays in Your Math Classroom
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The winter holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate! 🎄 But how can we bring the holiday spirit into our math classrooms in a way that’s inclusive and respectful of all studen…