Episode description

Today the tables have turned! In this episode Jon & Kyle switch over to the other side of the interview and are put on the hot seat! 

Jess Michalchuk, a Grade 7 educator from Foam Lake, Saskatchewan working towards a Masters of Education, interviews Jon & Kyle about memorable math moments from their teaching experience, their thoughts on leadership and innovation in mathematics and much more!

Stick around and you’ll hear stories from Kyle and Jon’s classrooms, how they got started on changing their pedagogy, and what it means to become a math moment maker. 

You’ll Learn: 

• Why you need to use a “high/low/buffalo” routine. 
• Why random grouping does more for your culture than you think it does. 
• How taking risks can change your career. 
• What does an innovator and changer do in math class? 
• Are you using language that causes shaming with students. 

Resources: 

• Transform Your Textbook Into a Curiosity Machine [4 Part Video Series]
• Introduction To Making Math Moments That Matter [Episode 1]
• Episode #167: Decluttering Proportional Relationships – An Interview With James Tanton & Ted Coe
• More Good Questions - Differentiating High School Mathematics [Book]
• Get in touch with Jess on Twitter @JessMichalchuk

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!

Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.

Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you’ll get a free, customized improvement plan to shape and grow the 6 parts of any strong mathematics program.

Take the assessment

Are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don’t want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.