Technology is an incredible tool for our students, but how do we use it without over using it? Using technology in math class is all… Read More »Technology in Math Class: How to find the right balance
“This is math class, not English. Why are we writing in math?” Here’s my short answer to this question. My goal as a math… Read More »4 Ways Writing in Math Can Increase Critical Thinking Skills
As education moves further and further away from traditional grading and changing the goals of what a student is able to show upon graduation, teachers… Read More »6 Innovative Formative Assessments in Math that Aren’t Quizzes
Have you asked your students any open ended questions in math class this week? And I don’t mean a question that has more than just… Read More »8 Easy Ways to Ask Students Open Ended Questions in Math Class
Bloom’s Taxonomy verbs are frequently taught in educator preparation classes as a way to ensure that teachers vary the skills that students are being asked… Read More »How to Turn the 6 Bloom’s Taxonomy Verbs into Engaging Math Activities
Desmos activities have become an essential tool in my high school math classroom. They are no-prep and can keep the students engaged for a full… Read More »5 Student Approved Desmos Activities for Algebra 2
There is no perfect note taking method in math, but there are a lot of great options! Note taking is a HUGE part of math… Read More »Top 3 Ways to Teach Note Taking in Math Class
You guessed it! These are my all time favorite Desmos activities to use with my Algebra 1 students. Using technology is a great break from… Read More »10 Algebra 1 Desmos Activities
All math teachers know that we’re not just teaching our students math skills. We are also teaching them to become independent thinkers that can problem… Read More »3 Ways to Increase Choice in Math Class Without Adding Prep Time
Contrary to popular belief, math accommodations, modifications, and adaptations are not all the same. As regular education teachers, we don’t get a lot of training… Read More »How to Make Math Accommodations Effortless in Your Classroom
These math websites have been a game changer for differentiating my Algebra 1 and 2 classes! They are easy for the students to use independently… Read More »5 Essential Math Websites for Secondary Teachers
If you’ve been to my blog before, you know that I nerd out over real world applications on the regular. Can you blame me? There’s… Read More »5 Out-of-the-box Ideas for Real World Math Activities
