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As we head back to the classroom after break, you may be thinking your classroom management needs a bit of a reset. Listen in to hear how you can combine the CHAMPS model with Capturing Kids Hearts to create a safe and welcoming classroom environment that can manage itself!

Recommended Resources:
💗 Capturing Kids Hearts- learn more about Capturing Kids Hearts here
🎧 Reflections on The Semester-- Kristen goes in to what changes she's making for the upcoming semester based on how her classroom ran in semester 1
🛍 Behavior Management Classroom Bundle--Combining the best of classroom management techniques-- having CLEAR expectations with CHAMPS and co-created classroom norms with this social contract--this bundle is everything you need to manage behaviors effectively at the high school level!

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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We're featuring the best episodes of 2023 and kicking off with our most listen to episode this year: AI in Math Education! And it's no surprise because AI took the world by storm this year.

Catch the replay here then binge these other AI episodes and articles from Kristen:
 
🎙Utilizing AI  as a Teaching Tool- guest interview with Dan Meyer on the Math Teachers Lounge Podcast

🎧Ep 14: Are you an AI Math Teacher?- on the Modern Math Teacher podcast

👩🏻‍💻Using ChatGPT in Math Lesson Planning- Kristen's most recently featured article on Edutopia 

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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In this lively episode of The Modern Math Teacher podcast, join Kristen Moore for a deep dive into year-end reflections and strategies to reboot your classroom for the new year. As the academic year winds down, Kristen shares her own reflections on what went well, surprising discoveries, and aspects that didn't quite hit the mark. She guides teachers through a quick three-question reflection process to facilitate easy and effective self-assessment. Moving beyond personal reflections, Kristen delves into the intricacies of planning, classroom management, and the student experience, offering valuable insights and actionable tips for improvement. 

Today's Topics:

• The importance of reflecting on your current experience
• Reflecting on planning, teaching and classroom management
• The importance of student feedback in the reflection process
• How to make changes based on your reflections
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Simple 3 Step Reflection Questions
1. What is One Thing That Went Well?
2. What is One Thing That Surprised Me?
3. What is One Thing That Flopped?

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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Today, I'm sharing my best tips to get you ready to leave work at work so you can actually enjoy that break. Get ready to make the most of your well-deserved time off without the looming cloud of work! 🌟


1.  Give yourself a Grading Day 📝💪
   - Trust me, conquering that grading mountain in one swoop is the secret sauce for a worry-free holiday break.

2. No Sunday Scaries, Only Sunday Serenity" 📅✨
   - Invest a bit of time now to save yourself from the Sunday scaries later. Your future self will thank you for the strategic prep!

3. Ready, Set, Roll into the New Term 🚀📚:
   - Prep your first week back with military precision. Walk back into your classroom after break with confidence and flair.

Ready to make your teaching life smoother than ever? 🌈 Share this episode with your math teacher bestie, and let's make the next semester our best one yet! Remember, a little prep now means a lot more joy later. 🎉

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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In this episode we discuss one of my favorite teaching practices--that's the Modern Classroom Model, which consists of three big concepts: blended learning, self-pacing and mastery-based assessment. As a mentor, I work with teachers worldwide to bring this model to their classroom and today we're just scratching the surface on what the model is and why it's awesome for math class.

Today's Topics:

1. What is The Modern Classroom Model?
   • Blending Tradition with Technology
   • Personalized Learning Paths + Self Pacing
   • Mastery Based Assessment
   • The changing role of the teacher
2. Why Choose The Modern Classroom for Math?
   • Why it's a great fit for math class
   • How it works out in my classroom

Resources:

• Explore more about The Modern Classroom model at modernclassrooms.org.
• Consider bringing specific aspects of the model into your classroom or dive into the full experience with free and paid courses available on the website.

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

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In this lively episode of "The Modern Math Teacher," we tackle the age-old challenge of making math not just comprehensible but downright exciting for high school students. Unveiling the secret sauce to engagement, our host takes you on a journey through the four spheres of relevance—self, community, culture, and real-world applications. From turning quadratic equations into kendama adventures to linking math with local events like kite festivals, this episode is a treasure trove of strategies for educators seeking to revolutionize their classrooms. Plus, discover a teen-friendly spin on real-world relevance, where math becomes the key to deciphering trends on social media platforms. Get ready to transform your teaching with this fun, informative, and slightly edgy guide to crafting truly engaging lessons!

Today's Topics
- Exploration of the four spheres of relevance: self, community, culture, and real-world applications.
- Personal anecdotes and examples, including the kendama-inspired quadratic equation problem and the integration of math into local events like kite festivals.
- Creating a culturally responsive curriculum, tying math to social justice issues, pop culture, and diverse student backgrounds.
- A teen-friendly perspective on real-world relevance, linking math to analyzing trends on social media platforms.

Related Articles
- Edutopia Article: "How to Make Math Concepts Feel Relevant to Students"

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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Inside this week's episode of The Modern Math Teacher, Kristen is joined by guest Mona Iehl-- the go-to expert on teaching and learning from word problems. After years of teaching in the classroom and working as an instructional coach for elementary and middle grades, Mona is no stranger to the struggles teachers and students have with word problems. Today she shares the biggest take aways she has had for why students struggle with word problems and her go to strategy for successfully utilizing word problems in your classroom!

Today's Topics Include

• The need for risk taking and creating a classroom community that supports it
• Changing when and how you use the word problems
• Choosing the right kinds of tasks-- real, relevant and rigorous-- promoting thinking and culturally relevant
• The power of student voice in the classroom discussions

It's a bit of a longer episode this week, so listen in while you're cleaning the house or prepping the food for the holidays or check out the episode in bite sized pieces:

Timestamped Bites

• The Word Problem Workshop TM method (15 minutes in)
• Productive vs Unproductive Struggle and the ZPD (20 mins)
• Elevating Student Status -5D+ Friends check this one out!- (26 mins)
• Word Problems within Curriculum Constraints + Lesson Design (36 mins in)
• Math Class as Math Practice aka The Golden Goose (41 mins)
• Getting Started (43 mins)

Meet Mona
Mona is a former math avoider, teacher & instructional coach in Chicago. Her passion for math came when she discovered how to engage every studen

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• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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In this lively episode, we embark on a journey to revolutionize the way we approach Project-Based Learning (PBL) in our classrooms. Inside, we explore the keys to crafting group projects that captivate and engage every student, ensuring equity and excitement. From selecting real, relevant, and rigorous topics to strategically assigning group roles, this episode provides a roadmap for educators to transform their classrooms into dynamic hubs of learning through the power of well-designed group projects.

Today's Topics:

• Project-Based Learning's Impact:
  •   The transformative effect of PBL on student engagement.
  •   Challenges with purchased PBL resources not connecting with unique learners.
• Crafting the Perfect Project:
  •   Selecting topics that are real, relevant, and rigorous.
  •   Balancing learning targets with scaffolded challenges and extension opportunities
• -Engaging Group Members with Roles:
  •   Optimizing group dynamics with smaller sizes and diverse readiness levels.
  •   Defining the purpose of the group within the project.
  •   Assigning roles like Lead Researcher, Designer, and Analyst for focused contributions.
  •  And of course we keep it real with just a little cautionary advice on group dynamics and size.

Resources from the Episode:
- PBL Kickstart
  - Kick off your own PBL journey with valuable resources in this on demand workshop

- TpT Product:

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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In this festive episode of "The Modern Math Teacher Podcast," we're diving headfirst into the holiday spirit while keeping math at the forefront. We're here to support those incredible secondary math teachers who want to inclusively celebrate the winter holidays in their classrooms.

We discuss the importance of embracing diversity, share three fantastic strategies for inclusive holiday celebrations, and introduce two incredible resources: the "Gift Wrap Challenge" and "Holidays Around the World " project.

Get ready to bring the magic of math and culture into your classroom this holiday season!

Today's Topics

• Why does this matter? The significance of celebrating winter holidays inclusively in the math classroom.
• How can we do it? Practical strategies for creating an inclusive holiday atmosphere.
• Resources to Make it Easy
  • -Introducing the "Gift Wrap Challenge" - a hands-on experience for teaching geometry and algebra through gift wrapping, perfect for middle and high school students.
  • Spotlighting the "Holidays Around the World - By the Numbers" project - a cross-curricular math and culture celebration, aligned with Common Core State Standards.

Resources from Today's Episode:

• 🎁Gift Wrap Challenge 🎁 A real-world application for teaching 3D figures, including nets and formulas.
  • Offers three levels of engagement, from geometric modeling to advanced algebraic analysis.
  • Perfect for middle and high school teach

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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In this episode, Kristen explores innovative teaching practices that some may find "scary" but are undeniably effective.  Join us in this exciting journey of redefining teaching practices in the math classroom. It's time to leave behind what's "scary" and embrace what works. Your math education revolution starts here.

From homework that's not mandated or graded to blended instruction, self-pacing, and project-based assessments, Kristen takes you on a journey that promises to revolutionize the way we approach math education. Be prepared to break free from traditional norms and embrace the future of teaching practices in the math classroom.

Today's Scary  Teaching Topics
👻Don't Mandate or Grade Homework
  - Maintaining accountability and its impact on assessments.
  - Relieving the pressure of traditional grading methods.
  - Encouraging practice without penalties.
 
👻Using Blended Instruction not Direct Instruction
  - The transition from traditional lecturing to bite-sized video lessons.
  - The power of students having control over their learning experience.
  - Practical tips for creating engaging instructional videos.
 
👻Letting Students Self-Pace
  - Concerns about students falling behind and maintaining control.
  - Creating a balance between individual pacing and overall progress.
  - Using tools like unit calendars to guide self-pacing.
 
👻Embracing Project-Based Assessments
  - The advantages of using projects as assessments.
  - The insights gained into students' problem-solving and application of concepts.
  - The importan

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!