Episodes
Sept. 3, 2024
Ep 63: Engaging Students with Real World Math Applications
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Today weâre diving into a topic thatâs near and dear to every math teacherâs heartâengaging students with real-world math applications. Weâve all heard the classic, âWhen am I ever going to...
Aug. 27, 2024
Ep 62: Build Positive Classroom Culture with a Social Contract
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! In todayâs episode, Kristen Moore breaks down the essentials of creating a positive classroom culture. From setting clear expectations to co-creating norms and establishing a social contrac...
Aug. 20, 2024
Ep 61: Classroom Management Strategies for a Successful School Year
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! In this episode, we continue our back-to-school series with a focus on effective classroom management strategies. Weâll explore how to set up clear classroom rules, routines, and procedures...
Aug. 13, 2024
Ep 60: Start with Success: Planning for the First Week of School
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! In todayâs episode, weâre breaking down the essential strategies you need to set your students up for success during the first week of school. From setting clear expectations and practicing...
Aug. 6, 2024
Ep 59: Classroom Decor + Design for a Productive Math Classroom
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! In this week's episode, we kick off our back-to-school series by focusing on setting up your classroom for success. Join Kristen Moore as she shares essential tips on organizing your teache...
July 30, 2024
Ep 58: Unlock Classroom Routine: Essential Math Class Structure Tips
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Discover how a consistent class structure can transform your teaching and reduce student anxiety. Welcome to another episode of The Modern Math Teacher podcast! In today's episode, Kristen ...
July 23, 2024
Ep 57: Fitting It All In: Balancing Effective Teaching Practices
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Donât let overwhelm stop you from integrating new innovative and effective teaching practices in your math classroom. In this episode, we're tackling the challenge of "fitting it all in" wh...
July 16, 2024
EP 56: Get Real With PBL In Math Class
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Welcome back to Poolside PD! Today, weâre diving into Project-Based Learning (PBL) in middle and high school math classes, discussing key elements, challenges, and practical tips. PBL can m...
July 9, 2024
Ep 55: The Power of Problem Solving
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Join us this week as we dive in to the history and power of Problem Solving. Look before the Building Thinking Classrooms book took the math world by storm, other educational experts were l...
July 2, 2024
Ep 54: More than Just Math! Integrating STEAM into Math Class
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Welcome back to another STEAMY episode of "Poolside PD"! Today, we're diving into integrating mastery-based practices into a STEAM-focused classroom. Grab your favorite summer drink, sit ba...
June 25, 2024
Ep 53: Switching to Standards Based Grading
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Welcome to another episode of Poolside PD! Today, we're diving into standards-based gradingâwhat it is, common challenges, and practical strategies. If you want to suggest a topic, find me ...
June 18, 2024
Ep 52: Do your grading practices make the grade?
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! In today's Poolside PD, we talk taboo: grading practices as Kristen asks listeners "Do Your Grading Practices Make the Grade?". We skim the surface on equitable grading practices to ensure ...
June 11, 2024
Ep 51: (Re) Building Thinking Classrooms: Consolidating + Notes Taking
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! In this Poolside PD episode, we dive into enhancing our "Building Thinking Classrooms" by mastering two critical areas: consolidating from the bottom through student discussions and creatin...
June 4, 2024
Ep 50: Modern Classrooms Project- is it right for you?
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! âď¸Welcome to the first week of Poolside PD 2024! âď¸ This week we talk all about the Modern Classrooms Project-- what it is and if it is right for your classroom. đ§ Kristen shares insight in...
May 28, 2024
Ep 49: 3 Questions for End of Year Reflections [REPLAY]
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Reflection doesn't just happen at the New Year, it happens at the end of the school year too! Join in on the REPLAY from 2023 to revisit our favorite reflection questions to wrap up the yea...
May 21, 2024
Ep 48: Probability Project in Progress
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Games are one of the best ways to teach your students about probability. And having a project where students create their own game and get to play them together? That's the ultimate! Whethe...
May 14, 2024
Ep 47: Geometry Projects in Progress- Wasted Space
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Looking to bring the real world to your geometry classroom? This is the PERFECT end of year geometry project! With an emphasis on geometric modeling and formula usage, your students will en...
May 7, 2024
Ep 46: Summer Countdown Survival Guide: Strategies for Motivating Math Students Till the Last Day
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Shoutout to all you amazing listeners, I appreciate you! <3 If you want to share your appreciation make sure to leave a rating or review! I read and apprec...
April 30, 2024
Ep 45: Engaging Math Activities for the End of the School Year
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! As we near the end of the school year, I can feel the excitement building, and I'm sure you can too. Today, we're diving into some fantastic math activities to keep your students engaged an...
April 23, 2024
Ep 44: Shake off Standardized Testing Blues with Creative Math Lessons
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! As we wrap up another round of standardized testing in my district, I can't help but reflect on the challenges of re-engaging students in math post-testing season. So, buckle up, because we...
April 16, 2024
Ep 43: 8 Assessment Strategies to Check for Understanding
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Let's dive into 8 strategies to check for understanding as we approach the end of the school year. With spring in full swing and time at a premium, I'm here to share assessment techniques t...
April 9, 2024
Ep 42: The Best of Both Worlds: Modern Project Based Learning
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Today, we're continuing our "The Best of Both Worlds" mini-series. Todayâs topic? Combining the Modern Classrooms Project with Project-Based Learningâa match made in educational heaven! The...
April 2, 2024
Ep 41: The Best of Both Worlds- Modern Classrooms Project and Building Thinking Classrooms
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Welcome toThe Best of Both Worlds" mini-series on The Modern Math Teacher podcast! đ Today, we're diving deep into the exciting combo of the Modern Classrooms Project with Building Thinking...
March 26, 2024
Ep 40: Lesson Planning with Purpose
Letâs talk. Send me a text message! Today's topic is all about effective math instruction, with a focus on lesson planning that drives student learning. Today's Topics: Determining the Focus of Your Unit: Explore the importan...