It's Global Beatles Day! So first of all, Joel and Misty talk about the impact of the Beatles and their memories of them.

Then it's part 1 of a conversation with Kevin Dykema. Kevin is the current President of NCTM and a 25-year middle school teacher from Michigan. He's also the co-author of Productive Math Struggle: A 6-Point Action Plan for Fostering Perseverance. Part 1 includes how to get stakeholders on board with productive struggle in math class.

To connect with Kevin:
X: @ kdykema
Instagram:  dykemamath
LinkedIn: kevin-dykema

Also, Morgan Normand, one of the copy editors for CPM chimes in about her recent experience as a "student" in Inspiring Connections!

And, of course, we have a math joke of the podcast for you!

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Buckle up! It's the end of the school year and we've got a podcast filled with reflections, advice, and learnings!

First, Joel and Misty discuss King Kamehameha Day. If you live in Hawaii (first, #envious), then you probably already know many of the fun facts that they share about King Kamehameha and a few of his amazing accomplishments. 

Then it's time for the FINAL installment of Join Them on Their Journey. Grahame, Mike, and Maggie share their final reflections on the year, make plans for next year, (Happy Retirement, Mike!), and give some advice to their past selves. 

And then some of the Professional Learning team also offer their words of encouragement, advice, and reflections on their own school years. 

Summer is on its way - but not before you get the Math Joke of the Podcast! Enjoy!

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It's another interesting podcast with Joel and Misty!

First, they learn about the Scripps Spelling Bee and Misty's former spelling bee prowess as a child...

Then, they have part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Mandy Jansen about rough draft thinking in the math classroom! If you missed part 1, please tune in to the May 14 podcast (here).

Connect with Dr Jansen on X: @MandyMathEd

Our final installment of Join Them on Their Journey will be next episode. 

Then it's a new Math Joke of the Podcast! If you want to send us a math joke, please submit it to [email protected] or reach out through the link below.  

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It's Season 4 on the More Math for More People podcast and we have some new segments in store for you this upcoming season!

May 14 is International Chihuahua Appreciation Day - so first Joel and Misty discuss what they like about chihuahuas including Misty's rescue dog, Tabitha Chicken Bean.

Then they begin part 1 of a conversation with Dr Mandy Jansen of the University of Delaware about rough draft thinking and revising in math class. You can find copies of the slides from  Mandy's keynote and session at the 2024 CPM Teacher Conference here:
Keynote Slides
Breakout Slides

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Then Joel and Misty enjoy and rate the first Math Joke of the Podcast sent in by Karen from Maryland.

And finally, we are nearing the end of the school year and also the final Join Them on Their Journey installment... Only one more after this one!

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Ever wondered about the intriguing little balls at the bottom of your bubble tea? Sip along with Joel and Misty at they toast National Bubble Tea Day. Unravel the mysteries of tapioca pearls, reminiscing on childhood memories and the sweet, chewy treats they've loved. 

Joining them are two co-teaching educators, Tom Dagit and Amanda Kadulski, who share their story about mistakes, learning, and collaboration. They discus how developing clearer communication, sharing goals, and building a relationship has helped transformed their classroom into a thriving environment for all students.

Plus another installment of Join Them on Their Journey from Maggie, Grahame, and Mike!

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It's National Orchid Day! So Joel and Misty discuss their favorite types and their valiant, and often failed, efforts to get them to rebloom...

They also have a conversation with Nicole Esterling, an instructional coach from Little Chute, WI, about her initial challenges, setbacks, and growth as a coach with her team of elementary teachers. We appreciate her willingness to discuss her mistakes to help all of us learn and grow!

If you are interested in learning more about the Foundations for Coaching learning event that will be held in Salt Lake City, UT on June 26-28, 2024, please go to the National Teacher Institute site at https://cpm.org/nti/.

If you are interested in the Site-Based Leadership Program (ongoing and virtual) - go to https://cpm.org/sbl/ or the Site-Based Leadership Academy (in person at the National Teacher Institute on June 24-26, 2024 in Salt Lake City, UT) - go to https://cpm.org/nti/ to learn more. 

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This week on the More Math for More People podcast:

• Joel and Misty discuss National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. Which do YOU prefer, crunchy or smooth? Raspberry or grape? Jam or Jelly? Make yourself a sandwich (with as many knives as you would like) and come listen!
• Mike Lolkus and Ernesto Bautista drop in to discuss how the ideas behind a growth mindset can both bolster students and create difficulties for students if not intentionally and consciously implemented. They introduce three practices that can help with this that are highlighted in CPM materials:
  • Facilitate Growth Mindset Reflections
  • Embrace Risk-Taking and Learning from Mistakes
  • Promote Productive Struggle
• Grahame gives us another update from his classroom just before he leaves for spring break on Join Them on Their Journey. 

To find out more about the the Black Feminist Mathematics Pedagogy framework, check out  Marlena Eanes - Episode 3.20 !

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Get ready for a blend of humor and insight with Joel and Misty on the More Math for More People Podcast as they celebrate "Let's Laugh Day" and Joel's quirky half birthday tradition.

Then they delve into the world of discretionary spaces in education. Pam Lindemer and Adam Varnes join them to unpack how these spaces are pivotal to foster inclusive and safe learning environments. Imagine steering a ship with over a thousand decisions to make daily – that's the life of a teacher in the classroom ocean! They discuss how the staggering 1500+  choices faced by educators weave the tapestry of student experience. They peel back the layers of these choices, highlighting the subtle messages they send and the transformative power of reflective practices. If you'd like to join a conversation with other educators on this topic, check out the Site-Based Leadership Program at https://cpm.org/sbl/

Then another installment of Join Them on Their Journey with Grahame and Maggie. 

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First, it's National Potty Dance Day! Do you or your child have a potty dance? Or perhaps your doggo?

Then Joel and Misty reflect on the 2024 CPM Teacher Conference which just wrapped up in Los Angeles, CA. The PL Team joins them with their reflections and take aways as well. 
We hope to see you next year presenting or attending in San Diego, CA on February 22-23, 2025!

And we have another installment of Join Them on Their Journey from Maggie and Grahame. 

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On this episode of More Math for More People, Joel and Misty first talk about National Hoodie Hoo Day. What is this, you ask? Well, you'll need to listen to find out!

Then they have a conversation with Dr. Lara Jasien about the Teacher Research Corps. You can find more information about TRC at cpm.org/trc and apply HERE.

Next Sara Thompson, the Regional Professional Learning Coordinator for the Southwest Region, stops in to talk about the National Teacher Institute that will run from June 24-28 in Salt Lake City Utah. You can find more information and links to register at cpm.org/nti.

And you'll delight in another update from Maggie, Grahame, and Mike on Join Them on Their Journey.

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