May 01, 2024

#190 Atomisation and Unstoppable Learning with Kris Boulton

3 hours 15 minutes

Kris Boulton returns to the podcast to discuss atomisation and how it can lead to unstoppable learning for our students. You can access the show-notes here: mrbartonmaths.com/blog/atomisation-kris-boulton

Timestamps:

Atomization in mathematics education, with a focus on expertise-induced blindness and its impact on students' understanding. (10:57)

Breaking down complex processes into simpler steps. (15:12)

Teaching methods using a taxonomy of seven concepts (categories, comparative, transformation, fact, and process). (19:40)

Categorical concepts, comparatives, and transformations in mathematics. (23:43)

Identifying and teaching mathematical "atoms" for better instruction. (29:38)

Teaching math concepts by breaking them down into smaller, familiar "atoms" to help students understand and build upon them. (38:18)

Simplifying math expressions using factoring and atomization. (44:09)

Teaching math concepts by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable "atoms" to help students understand and build confidence. (49:48)

Categorical concepts in math education, with a focus on non-examples. (53:43)

Importance of examples in teaching, with a focus on the limitations of language in conveying concepts. (57:31)

Teaching concepts using examples and definitions. (1:03:31)

Using correlated features in math teaching. (1:08:50)

Teaching quadratics with examples and caveats. (1:13:28)

Using examples to teach concepts, including minimally different and maximally different examples. (1:19:20)

Teaching language learners using negative examples first. (1:27:01)

Teaching math concepts using examples and testing sequences. (1:31:20)

Decisions and categorization in math education. (1:35:10)

Using language to make math problems easier. (1:39:51)

Differentiating between cognitive routines and transformations in math. (1:45:04)

Teaching math concepts using different methods. (1:48:25)

Teaching math concepts to children using a step-by-step approach. (1:54:18)

Using mini whiteboards for testing sequences in math class. (1:59:19)

Teaching strategies, emphasizing the importance of interactive learning and using whiteboards. (2:02:36)

Using simplified symbols vs. expert-level symbols in math education. (2:07:59)

Using continuous conversion in math lessons. (2:12:00)

Teaching math concepts using cognitive routines. (2:20:02)

Teaching math concepts to students using explicit and implicit methods. (2:25:28)

Teaching strategies, including non-examples, identifying concepts, and managing classroom noise. (2:32:03)

Math education, examples, and training. (2:35:28)

Improving math education with technology and hybrid learning models. (2:39:19)

Teaching methods and classroom management. (2:43:42)

Teaching math to mixed-ability students, emphasizing the importance of exploration and unveiling mathematical concepts. (2:50:08)

Teaching math to high school students, focusing on approach for different learners. (2:53:42)

Teaching probability with creative problem-solving strategies. (2:57:47)

Breaking down complex math concepts into smaller parts for better understanding. (3:01:57)

Sequencing examples in teaching, emphasizing clarity and brevity. (3:06:53)

Using "atomization" to teach math concepts more efficiently. (3:11:09)

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