The hum of a math classroom quiets as the bell rings. Desks are cleared, notebooks tucked away. On each table, a chessboard appears sixty-four black-and-white squares, a kingdom waiting to be claimed. Within minutes, the […]
Today, we’re diving into Chapter 15 of Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics. This chapter is the exciting moment where we figure out how to create a fully functioning thinking classroom — not just bits and […]
We’re diving into the fascinating topic of formative assessments. You know, those check-ins we use to see if our students are understanding the material? We’ve all relied on quizzes, exit tickets, and similar tools. But […]
If you’ve ever questioned whether traditional grades truly reflect what students know and can do, this episode is for you. Inspired by the groundbreaking ideas from Peter Liljedahl’s book Building Thinking Classrooms, we’ll explore a […]
Have you ever thought that maybe we’re measuring the wrong things in math education? What if being “good at math” isn’t just about memorizing formulas and solving equations? Today, I’m diving into Chapter 12 of […]
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 […]