Today we speak with Howie Hua, an instructor from Fresno State in California. Howie’s love of mathematics, students, and mental health are driving forces he uses to help pre-service teachers along their mathematics learning journeys. 

Stick around as Howie gives a master class on how to help teachers and students shift their mindset around mathematics education; five (5) qualities that make someone “good” at math; and, 20 words/phrases associated with a typical K-12 math class and how we can change them.

You’ll Learn: 

• How to help teachers and students shift their mindset around mathematics education;
• Five (5) qualities that make someone good at math; and 
• 20 words/phrases associated with a typical K-12 math class and how we can change them. 

Resources: 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/howie_hua

Link to Jose Vilson’s tweet https://twitter.com/thejlv/status/1257858513990225921

Email Howie:  hhua at csufresno dot edu

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