Episode description

Today we speak with Howie Hua, an instructor from Fresno State in California. Howie’s love of mathematics, students, and mental health are driving forces he uses to help pre-service teachers along their mathematics learning journeys. 

Stick around as Howie gives a master class on how to help teachers and students shift their mindset around mathematics education; five (5) qualities that make someone “good” at math; and, 20 words/phrases associated with a typical K-12 math class and how we can change them.

You’ll Learn: 

• How to help teachers and students shift their mindset around mathematics education;
• Five (5) qualities that make someone good at math; and 
• 20 words/phrases associated with a typical K-12 math class and how we can change them. 

Resources: 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/howie_hua

Link to Jose Vilson’s tweet https://twitter.com/thejlv/status/1257858513990225921

Email Howie:  hhua at csufresno dot edu

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