Instructional Practices
Practice tests don’t build stamina—they build burnout. Real math test stamina comes from conceptual understanding, accountability for tools, and teaching students to regulate test anxiety. Here’s what actually works.
We’ve all said it. “In a minute.” “Just add a zero.” “The bigger half.” Find out why precision of language isn’t about being picky—it’s about making math more visible, accessible, and meaningful for every learner.
These 5 low-prep strategies help you create inclusive classrooms where students access, interpret, and engage with ideas from the very first moment.
A resource for caregivers to help their child make sense of math word problems. Learn how to spot the math main idea and support understanding at home.
CGI teaches students to think, not just memorize, but what if there’s one key piece missing? Learn one small shift for a huge impact. (And no, you don’t have to abandon your CGI problems!)
This post explores how to select or adapt number stories that invite sense-making, honor students’ experiences, and align with instructional goals.
Productive struggle isn’t about frustration. It’s about giving students the right kind of challenge, paired with structure and support, so they can reason, make sense of problems, and build confidence.
A reflection on how Pam Seda’s work validates my mission to bring equity, comprehension, and deep thinking into math classrooms.
Math anxiety can create real barriers for students. Learn research-backed strategies to help your students feel more confident, supported, and successful in math.
Math anxiety is more than nervousness before a test. It’s a persistent fear of engaging with math. Learn how recognizing it can change your classroom culture.
Just because a student can’t calculate fluently doesn’t mean they can’t think deeply. Let’s dismantle gatekeeping and open access to rich, meaningful math for all students.
Test anxiety can cause students to disengage and fear failure. Learn why it happens, what it looks like, and how to create a supportive classroom that builds confidence and resilience.
