In this exciting episode of The Modern Math Teacher podcast, I had the pleasure of co-hosting a captivating conversation with the brilliant Johanna Kuiper! We dove deep into strategies that span grades 6-12, building a solid foundation for math mastery. Here are the key takeaways from our enlightening discussion:

🔍 Discovery and Inquiry Activities:
Johanna and I explored the power of discovery and inquiry-based activities. These engaging approaches ignite students' curiosity and foster a deep understanding of math concepts. Imagine your students becoming true math explorers! 🚀

📌 Sticky Lessons with Anchor Activities:
Discover the secrets to crafting "sticky" math lessons that stay with your students long after the class ends. Anchor activities provide that extra "aha" moment, making math truly memorable.
For more on sticky lessons, make sure to check out Ep 5: Creating Sticky Lessons

🧮 Using Manipulatives and Math Tools:
Johanna shared invaluable insights into using manipulatives and math tools to promote problem-solving skills. These hands-on experiences help students grasp abstract concepts and make math come alive. 🧩

🎉 Educator Exponential Virtual Summit:
Don't miss out on Johanna Kuiper's upcoming virtual summit, "Educator Exponential." Designed exclusively for middle school math teachers, this summit is your gateway to a treasure trove of strategies that not only engage students academically but also make them fall in love with math! ❤️ Stay tuned for this fantastic event! Enroll for free now!

So, math teachers, if you're ready to take your teaching to the next level and spark a passion for math in your students, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now, and let's revolutionize math education together! 📚

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Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

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