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In this final episode of our three-part math series, we explore how to transform math classrooms into engaging, curiosity-driven environments. Instead of rote memorization, top educators share play-based strategies, project-based learning ideas, and mastery-based instruction to help students develop a deep understanding of mathematics.
Whether you're a math teacher, school leader, or parent, this episode provides practical techniques and real-world applications to make math fun, meaningful, and relevant for students.
Show notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/talkmath
📌 In This Episode:
✔️ How play-based learning makes math fun (Dan Finkel) ✔️ Why productive struggle builds confidence in students (Dr. Lidia Gonzalez) ✔️ The power of Shark Tank-style design challenges in math (Dr. Erin Krupa) ✔️ Using Fortnite Creative for interactive math & physics (Andrew Vanden Heuvel) ✔️ How real-world projects improve math engagement (Tinashe Blanchet) ✔️ The role of differentiation and flexible grouping (Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson) ✔️ The math innovation challenge to bring new ideas into your classroom
🎙️ Featured Experts & Links
- Dan Finkel – Math for Love – Play-based math learning
- Dr. Erin Krupa – NC State University – Math challenges that promote inquiry
- Dr. Lidia Gonzalez – Productive struggle in math
- Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson – Differentiation Central – Differentiating math instruction
- Tinashe Blanchet – iteachmath.org – Real-world math projects
- Andrew Vanden Heuvel – Fortnite Physics Education – Using Fortnite Creative for physics
- Joseph Manfre – Modern Classrooms – Mastery-based, self-paced learning
- Lauren Harris – Project-Based Learning for Math – How projects deepen math retention
- Dan Meyer – Desmos – Using interactive technology in math lessons
- Liesl McConchie – Brain-Based Learning – How to create a math-ready brain
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