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Unlock a new dimension in teaching math with the guidance of Dee Dee Leoni from Curriculum Associates, who joins us to share her expertise on math manipulatives' transformative power. Imagine replacing math anxiety with excitement and understanding; that's the promise when we integrate visual learning into our curriculum. Dee Dee, with her deep roots in education and her current role in professional development, sheds light on how tools like the 10 frame can change the game for students by tapping into their innate spatial reasoning skills. We delve into Jo Boaler's research and neuroscientific studies that support the shift from rote learning to a visually stimulating approach that can reinvent how our students perceive and excel in math.
Middle school educators, get ready to elevate your classroom experience with actionable strategies for using math manipulatives effectively. Appreciate the art of organization and the importance of student involvement in prep work, as explained by Dee Dee. Our conversation doesn't just stop at theory; it's a treasure trove of practical tips that will leave you with a classroom buzzing with engaged learners. And the discussion continues beyond the podcast—join us on social media to share your own classroom successes and to become part of a community that's reshaping the landscape of math education together.
Read Curriculum Associates' blog: CurriculumAssociates.com/blog
Follow us on Twitter: @CurriculumAssoc
Follow us on Instagram: @MyiReady
Have feedback, questions, or want to be a guest? Email [email protected] to connect with us!
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Unlock a new dimension in teaching math with the guidance of Dee Dee Leoni from Curriculum Associates, who joins us to share her expertise on math manipulatives' transformative power. Imagine replacing math anxiety with excitement and understanding; that's the promise when we integrate visual learning into our curriculum. Dee Dee, with her deep roots in education and her current role in professional development, sheds light on how tools like the 10 frame can change the game for students by tapping into their innate spatial reasoning skills. We delve into Jo Boaler's research and neuroscientific studies that support the shift from rote learning to a visually stimulating approach that can reinvent how our students perceive and excel in math.
Middle school educators, get ready to elevate your classroom experience with actionable strategies for using math manipulatives effectively. Appreciate the art of organization and the importance of student involvement in prep work, as explained by Dee Dee. Our conversation doesn't just stop at theory; it's a treasure trove of practical tips that will leave you with a classroom buzzing with engaged learners. And the discussion continues beyond the podcast—join us on social media to share your own classroom successes and to become part of a community that's reshaping the landscape of math education together.
Read Curriculum Associates' blog: CurriculumAssociates.com/blog
Follow us on Twitter: @CurriculumAssoc
Follow us on Instagram: @MyiReady
Have feedback, questions, or want to be a guest? Email [email protected] to connect with us!

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