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You can find out more about Word Problem Workshop at MonaMath.com/enroll 
Use code MARCH to get $20 off + exclusive bonuses until March, 15th at 10pm cst 

Word Problem Solving is a challenge for everyone teaching math to children... that's why I've worked on creating an instructional strategy that helps students problem solve everyday ... it's called Word Problem Workshop. 

In the Word Problem Workshop training you'll learn how to teach your students using this instructional strategy- while planning less of what matters more. You'll be confident in facilitating math discussions and productive struggle as you tailor your teaching points and questions to meet your students needs! 

In this episode we will honestly chat about:

• math problem solving strategies 
• what makes math instruction effective 
• the ways Word Problem Workshop engages students in authentic and deep problem solving, everyday 

You can find out more about Word Problem Workshop at MonaMath.com/enroll 
Use code MARCH to get $20 off + exclusive bonuses until March, 15th at 10pm cst 

Links Mentioned in the Episode: 

👉🏾 Book: 5 practices for Orchestrating productive mathematics discussions

👉🏾Book: Children's Mathematics Cognitively Guided Instruction 

👉🏾Book: Principles to Actions Ensuring Mathematical Success for All

🤍FREE Guide to Engaging Math Discussions 

Let’s Connect on Instagram @HelloMonaMath I LOVE chatting with listeners. Send me a DM and let me know you’re listening. 

Looking for a community of like minded math educators? Join The Math Teacher Collaborative Facebook Group! 

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What is Productive Disposition as it relates to math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down!

We are chatting (quickly) about: 

• what is Productive Disposition? 
• how can you help students develop Productive Disposition in math every day? 
• tips and strategies for your classroom 

Are you wondering What is Math Proficiency? What are the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency? 
Go and listen to episode #40 "What is Proficiency in Math?" 

Then, listen to the previous FOUR Mini Math Chats for the other Strands of Math Proficiency! 

In these Mini Math Chats you can expect quick & actionable episodes full of ideas to implement in your classroom today. 

Want to know more about how to help your students achieve Maht Proficiency everyday in math class? I'm hosting a free training called, ✨ 3 Biggest Mistakes we Make when Teaching Word Problems✨ Register at MonaMath.com/training 

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Zeba @Kindergarten Cafe is sharing her 4 steps to helping students with Decomposition. The four steps Zeba shares can absolutely be applied to ANY grade level.

When your students struggle these four steps will help you! 

In this episode we will cover:

• 4 steps to helping students decompose numbers
• simple games & strategies to use for intervention
• how to incorporate questioning into play to help students develop math ideas

Zeba's Free Guide to work smarter not hard for small groups www.kindergartencafe.org/math 

Blog post from Zeba about Decomposition! 

Website www.kindergartencafe.org 

Instagram @kindergartencafe 

Splat : A great math game!

Procedural Fluency 

Conceptual Understanding 

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What is Strategic Competency as it relates to math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down!

We are chatting (quickly) about: 

• what is Strategic Competency?
• how can you help students develop strategic competency in math every day? 
• tips and strategies for your classroom 

Are you wondering What is Math Proficiency? What are the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency? 
Go and listen to episode #40 "What is Proficiency in Math?" 

Then check out the past 3 weeks of Mini Math Chats, each Wednesday, for the previous Strands! 

In these Mini Math Chats you can expect quick & actionable episodes full of ideas to implement in your classroom today. 

Want to know more about how to help your students achieve Maht Proficiency everyday in math class? I'm hosting a free training called, ✨ 3 Biggest Mistakes we Make when Teaching Word Problems✨ Register at MonaMath.com/training 

Leave a review! Do you enjoy Honest Math Chat? I'd LOVE your feebdack! Leave a quick review!

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Purposeful planning of any lessons must start with unpacking standards and understanding the learning trajectory. That's what we will talk about today -- creating a solid lesson plan so your math discussion is productive at leading your students to math proficiency. 

In this episode we will honestly chat about:

• 3 strategies to planning for math discussions
• how to choose a math task that is worth having a discussion about 
• math trajectories- what they are & why they are important

Continue the learning how to engage students in math discussions with this Engaging Math Discussions Guide Get it here  👉🏾monamath.com/discussion 

Links Mentioned in the Episode: 

🤍FREE Guide to Engaging Math Discussions 

🚃 Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You'll hear it a few times in the recording 🚂

Let’s Connect on Instagram @HelloMonaMath I LOVE chatting with listeners. Send me a DM and let me know you’re listening. 

Looking for a community of like minded math educators? Join The Math Teacher Collaborative Facebook Group! 

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What is Adaptive Reasoning as it relates to math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down!

We are chatting (quickly) about: 

• what is Adaptive Reasoning? 
• how can you help students develop adaptive reasoning in math every day? 
• tips and strategies for your classroom 

Are you wondering What is Math Proficiency? What are the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency? 
Go and listen to episode #40 "What is Proficiency in Math?" 

In these Mini Math Chats you can expect quick & actionable episodes full of ideas to implement in your classroom today. 

Want to know more about how to help your students achieve Maht Proficiency everyday in math class? I'm hosting a free training called, ✨ 3 Biggest Mistakes we Make when Teaching Word Problems✨ Register at MonaMath.com/training 

Leave a review! Do you enjoy Honest Math Chat? I'd LOVE your feebdack! Leave a quick review!

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Learning Labs: A professional development structures that is useful and relevant. Math PD that actually helps you develop as a teacher. Believe me when I say, you want learning labs PD.

In this episode we will honestly chat about:

• Elements of a Learning Lab
• How Learning Labs professional development can build school culture
• Math Professional Development that is useful & relevant

Continue the learning at monamath.com/community monamath.com/ebook monamath.com/discussion to grab your free guide. 

🚃 Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You'll hear it a few times in the recording 🚂

Links Mentioned in the Episode: 

🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions 

Let’s Connect on Instagram @HelloMonaMath I LOVE chatting with listeners. Send me a DM and let me know you’re listening. 

Looking for a community of like minded math educators? Join The Math Teacher Collaborative Facebook Group! 

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What is procedural fluency as it relates to math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down!

We are chatting (quickly) about: 

• what is procedrual? 
• how can you help students develop procedural fluency in math? 
• tips and strategies for your classroom 

Are you wondering What is Math Proficiency? What are the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency? 
Go and listen to episode #40 "What is Proficiency in Math?" 

In these Mini Math Chats you can expect quick & actionable episodes full of ideas to implement in your classroom today. 

Leave a review! Do you enjoy Honest Math Chat? I'd LOVE your feebdack! Leave a quick review!

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Math in real world situations can build engagement and deep understanding in your students. On this episode Kelly (@MathematicallyEnthused) and I are discussing Maht in Real World situations!

In this episode we will honestly chat about:

• Math manipulatives and how they can build understanding
• Management tips for helping students use concrete representations 
• Math in Real World Situations can build math mindsets! 
• ...and so 👏🏽 much 👏🏽 more! 

Continue the learning at monamath.com/community  to grab your free guide. 

Connect with Kelly Hogan, our guest! 
Instagram: @MathematicallyEnthused 
Website: https://www.mathematicallyenthusedblog.net/
TPT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Mathematically-Enthused 
Kelly's Podcast! https://open.spotify.com/show/2NTPOQASxAi1KwmeizQifC 

Links Mentioned in the Episode: 

🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions 

🚃 Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You'll hear it a few times in the recording 🚂

Let’s Connect on Instagram @HelloMonaMath I LOVE chatting with listeners. Send me a DM and let me know you’re listening. 

Looking for a community of like minded math educators? Join The Math Teacher Collaborative Facebook Group! 

How to Increase Student Confidence in Math without Changing Your Curriculum

May 7, 2026 at 11:30 Central - Zoom 

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What is conceptual understandings in terms of math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down! 

• what is conceptual understanding? 
• how can you help students achieve conceptual understanding in math? 
• tips and strategies for your classroom 

Are you wondering What is Math Proficiency? What are the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency? 
Go and listen to episode #40 "What is Proficiency in Math?" 

In these Mini Math Chats you can expect quick & actionable episodes full of ideas to implement in your classroom today.