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Think Thank Thunk

Join hosts Dean, Maegan, and Kyle on the Think Thank Thunk podcast as they explore Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl. Through interviews with experts and teachers, they share practical tips and insights on implementing the 14 optimal practices outlined in the book. Perfect for math teachers of all levels, each episode features chapter summaries and ideas for transforming lessons into engaging and meaningful learning experiences. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to teaching math, subscribe to join the conversation and build a Thinking Classroom that inspires your students.

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Update frequency
every 12 days
Average duration
33 minutes
Episodes
40
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Ep 23 - We’re Back… Again! (and We’re Sorry!)

Ep 23 - We’re Back… Again! (and We’re Sorry!)

After a longer-than-planned break, Kyle, Maegan, and Dean are back! In this candid episode, the trio addresses their podcast hiatus and shares their excitement to reconnect with the community. Dean a…

00:29:39  |   Mon 08 Sep 2025
Ep 22 - Tammy McMorrow

Ep 22 - Tammy McMorrow

In this episode, Kyle and Maegan welcome Tammy McMorrow (@TammyMcMorrow / @tammymcmorrow.bsky.social) to discuss her experiences with Building Thinking Classrooms. Tammy shares her journey from disco…

00:44:35  |   Thu 16 Jan 2025
Ep 21 - Peter Liljedahl

Ep 21 - Peter Liljedahl

In this episode, Kyle, Maegan, and Dean welcome back Dr. Peter Liljedahl to discuss his ongoing work and insights in Building Thinking Classrooms. Together, they delve into a range of topics like the…

01:08:41  |   Tue 10 Dec 2024
Ep 20 - We're Back!

Ep 20 - We're Back!

After a bit of a break from the podcast, we're back with a new episode (and more to come)! In this episode, Dean, Maegan, and Kyle reintroduce themselves and share updates on their current roles and …

00:37:58  |   Mon 11 Nov 2024
Ep 19 - High School Student Insights

Ep 19 - High School Student Insights

In this episode, Kyle and Dean have a conversation with three of Dean's students about their experiences in his Thinking Classroom. Recorded just before the end of the last school year, the students …

00:31:45  |   Fri 12 Jul 2024
Ep 18 - Alicia Burdess

Ep 18 - Alicia Burdess

In this episode, Maegan and Kyle are delighted to welcome Alicia Burdess (@BurdessAlicia), a coach and numeracy lead from Grand Prairie Catholic School District. Alicia shares her inspiring journey f…

00:37:23  |   Fri 31 May 2024
Ep 17 - Peter & Meagan's K-5 Task Book

Ep 17 - Peter & Meagan's K-5 Task Book

Enter to win a free set of Wipebook Flipcharts for your Thinking Classroom: ⁠www.wipebook.com/TTT⁠

Join Kyle and Dean as they engage in a lively conversation with Peter Liljedahl and Maegan Giroux ab…

00:48:24  |   Wed 22 May 2024
Ep 16 - Jerrold Wiebe

Ep 16 - Jerrold Wiebe

Enter to win a free set of Wipebook Flipcharts for your Thinking Classroom: www.wipebook.com/TTT⁠

In this episode, Kyle and Dean chat with Jerrold Wiebe (@Jerroldwiebe), a Numeracy & Mathematics Con…

00:36:23  |   Wed 08 May 2024
Ep 15 - Judy Larsen

Ep 15 - Judy Larsen

Enter to win a free set of Wipebook Flipcharts for your Thinking Classroom: ⁠www.wipebook.com/TTT⁠

In this episode, Kyle has a conversation with Judy Larson (@JudytaLarsen), Associate Professor at Un…

00:38:28  |   Tue 26 Mar 2024
Ep 14 - Sophie Bresciani

Ep 14 - Sophie Bresciani

Trauma-Informed Practices and the Power of Thinking Classrooms

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In this episode, we take you back to a …

00:49:04  |   Wed 13 Mar 2024
Ep 13 - Tim Brzezinski & Melisa McCain

Ep 13 - Tim Brzezinski & Melisa McCain

This episode has a portion where Tim & Melisa screenshared the tool mentioned, you can watch the video recording here.

Join hosts Dean and Kyle as they chat with Tim Brzezinski (@TimBrzezinski) and M…

00:47:23  |   Thu 01 Feb 2024
Ep 12 - Brian Jackson

Ep 12 - Brian Jackson

In this episode, hosts Kyle and Dean have a conversation with Brian Jackson. With over three decades of teaching experience, Brian offers unique insights into the transformative power of the Thinking…

00:33:48  |   Thu 11 Jan 2024
Ep 11 - Jared is Back

Ep 11 - Jared is Back

In this episode Jared Sliger (@jared_sliger) is back to chat with Kyle and Dean.

Their discussion revolves around practical tips for engaging parents and involving them in the process of the Thinking…

00:42:28  |   Tue 19 Dec 2023
Ep 10 - The Art of the Close

Ep 10 - The Art of the Close

In this episode, join Kyle, Dean, and Maegan as they share the latest insights gleaned from Peter Liljedahl on the new ideas taking hold in Thinking Classrooms.

They take a deep dive into the art of …

00:34:49  |   Thu 16 Nov 2023
Ep 9 - Lana Steiner

Ep 9 - Lana Steiner

In this episode of the podcast, Kyle and Dean are joined by Lana Steiner (@LanaSteiner4), a math teacher, coach, and administrator from Saskatchewan.

Lana shares her insights on how she employs rich…

00:31:22  |   Mon 18 Sep 2023
Ep 8 - Back to School

Ep 8 - Back to School

Join Kyle, Dean, and Maegan as they candidly discuss the early days of the school year in Building Thinking Classrooms. They share their experiences and provide insights for educators at any stage of…

00:26:55  |   Fri 08 Sep 2023
Ep 7 - 4R's of Decolonizing Math Ed

Ep 7 - 4R's of Decolonizing Math Ed

Join Kyle as he sits down with Maegan for an enlightening discussion on mathematics education through the lens of decolonization. In this episode, Maegan unveils her 4R's of Decolonizing Mathematics …

00:49:04  |   Fri 25 Aug 2023
Ch 15 - Pulling the 14 Practices Together

Ch 15 - Pulling the 14 Practices Together

Join Kyle and Maegan as they dive into Chapter 15 from Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl.

They address the big question surrounding how teacher can realistically implement all of the Th…

00:26:07  |   Fri 11 Aug 2023
Ch 14 - How We Grade

Ch 14 - How We Grade

Join Kyle and Maegan as they dive into Chapter 14 from Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl.

They discuss the big question most teachers have about Thinking Classrooms: how do we grade our…

00:39:45  |   Thu 03 Aug 2023
Ch 13 - How We Use Formative Assessment

Ch 13 - How We Use Formative Assessment

Join Kyle and Maegan as they dive into Chapter 13 from Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl.

They discuss how all assessment should be formative assessment, and some of it will end up bein…

00:29:11  |   Thu 27 Jul 2023
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