Math Chat

150: 35 Questions to Get Students Thinking in Math Class


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What if the questions you ask in math class could be the key to unlocking deeper thinking and real understanding? Today, we’re diving into the one question teachers ask me all the time: “What do I ask to get my students to explain their thinking?” 

Let’s turn those blank stares into lightbulb moments.

🎧 Episode Summary

In this episode, Mona breaks down the 7 types of questions that spark rich math talk and deeper understanding during Word Problem Workshop. You’ll learn:

  • Why the right questions matter more than the right answers
  • How to stop students from grabbing numbers and start thinking critically
  • Go-to examples you can use in your next lesson

Whether you're a classroom teacher, coach, or math specialist, this episode will leave you feeling energized and ready to shift the way your students think, solve, and reflect.

✨ Resources and Links Mentioned:

🎯 Main Freebie: 35 Questions
📅 Mini Workshop: Word Problem Workshop

📲 Stay Connected

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🌐 Visit my website: monamath.com

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