Mastery Math Method That Makes Learning Stick

Discover how Tier 1 math interventions and the Mastery Math Method help students remember lessons — and even break past the limits of the bell curve! In this masterclass clip, Cheri Dotterer (OT, author of Handwriting Brain Body DisConnect) and Jonily Zupancic (Jay-Z, Math Specialist and author of Making Mathineers) reveal the neuroscience-based strategies behind the Mastery Math Method.

 ✅ How Tier 1 interventions shift outcomes for all learners
✅ Real data: from second grade to high school students, breaking the bell curve
✅ The power of OT + teacher collaboration to rewire learning
✅ Simple classroom strategies you can apply tomorrow

This isn’t just theory; we have proven results: 92% of students showing growth, entire classes moving from struggle to success.

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⏱️ Chapters

0:00 – Welcome to the Mastery Math Method (Level 2 preview)

2:00 – Do your students remember math?

3:00 – Meet Jonily “Jay-Z” Zupancic: 25 years of sticky math research

6:00 – Meet Cheri Dotterer: OT, author, and neuroscience educator

9:00 – Why learning doesn’t stick & the #1 factor in achievement

12:00 – Rethinking “quality” teaching in math

14:00 – Collaboration between OTs & teachers for student success

16:00 – Story: Second-grade transformations

20:00 – Breaking the bell curve with Tier 1 instruction

22:00 – Third-grade cohort results: 100% at 70th percentile+

24:00 – The OT strategy that rewires the brain (bilateral integration writing)

28:00 – Sixth-grade case study: 27% passing → 92% showing growth

30:00 – Audience reaction & curiosity sparks

32:00 – Modeling high-quality instruction through responsiveness

33:00 – Every student deserves to see themselves as a mathematician

🎯 Ready to Change Math Outcomes in 10 Days?

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🔗 Let’s Stay Connected

🌐 Website: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-bundle

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🎙️ Credits + Tools Used

Host: Cheri Dotterer: https://disabilitylabs.com/

Co-Host: Jonily Zupancic https://jonily.com/

Editor: Descript https://get.descript.com/o65ijk89xtcr

Production: Disability Labs Podcast Network https://disabilitylabs.com/

🧠 Resources Mentioned

Mastery Math Method Level One (Lifetime Access): https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-bundle

Mastery Math Method Level Two (Annual Subscription): https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-method-group-coaching

⚠️ Disclaimer: The content shared in this video is for educational purposes only and does not replace your district’s policies or individualized education plans. Always consult with your instructional team before implementing new strategies.

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