What if the way we’ve been teaching students to take notes is actually holding them back from truly learning? We’re challenging the traditional “I write, you write” approach to note-taking and exploring a research-backed alternative […]
How to make the absolute most of lesson consolidation. This is that crucial time when students really solidify what they’ve learned, and today, we’re going to explore how to take consolidation to the next level. […]
Have you ever had one of those magical moments in the classroom where every student is completely engaged, ideas are flowing, and the energy feels unstoppable? That’s the flow state—a powerful blend of focus, challenge, […]
We’re tackling a question that I know a lot of you are wrestling with: How does student autonomy actually connect to building a thinking classroom? As Peter Liljedahl describes in his book Building Thinking Classrooms […]
What if homework wasn’t just a dreaded chore but a tool to spark curiosity and deeper understanding? In this episode, we’re diving into a transformative idea inspired by Peter Liljedahl’s Building Thinking Classrooms, where traditional […]
Today, I’m tackling a question that I think many of us have asked ourselves at one point or another: why teach fractions? To explore this question, I’ll be diving into John Mighton’s book, The Myth […]
Ever feel like some people are just wired for math? Like it comes naturally to them, while others just struggle? Well, in today’s deep dive, I’m going to challenge that idea. We’ll explore John Mighton’s […]
Ever feel like you’re just constantly answering questions in your math class? Like you turn around, and there’s a million hands in the air? It’s a familiar feeling, right? Today, I want to dive into […]
How do we prepare kids for a challenging task without making it too easy or doing the thinking for them? It’s a tough balance to strike, but the research has some fascinating insights—especially from Building […]
All right, so let’s dive into this idea of defronted classrooms. It might sound a little strange at first, but let’s unpack it together. If you’re thinking about changing how your classroom is set up, […]