Have you ever been in a PD session where the goals were unclear, and the entire experience felt scattered? It’s a common issue that leaves participants frustrated and disengaged.

Clarity is the key to transforming professional development sessions into impactful learning experiences. Research by John Hattie shows that teacher clarity significantly affects learning outcomes, and the same principle applies to PD. When facilitators clearly articulate their objectives, participants are more engaged and able to apply what they learn.

Imagine facilitating a PD session where participants know exactly what they will walk away with, how it will solve their real classroom challenges, and why it matters.

By using clear goals, transparent communication, and framing content around participants' needs, you can create sessions that inspire lasting, meaningful change.

Ready to fix your PD sessions? Listen in. Start by outlining clear objectives, connecting them to participants' needs, and guiding them through the process with transparency and purpose. Swap confusion for clarity, and watch your PD sessions transform into powerful learning experiences.

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District Math Leaders:

K-12 Math Coordinators, Coaches, Directors and Math Leaders. Get Professional Development Support from Make Math Moments

Learn how you can create, coordinate, and implement an aligned school and district math action plan for improved student success.

So that you can create long term sustainable student success in mathematics and proficiently & pedagogically strong educators.

Book a call with us to learn how we can not only help you craft, refine and implement your district math learning goals, but also provide all of the professional learning supports your educators need to grow at the speed of their learning.

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Ever wondered how consistency and patience in teaching methods can drastically improve student & teacher performance in math?

This episode dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of designing and sticking with consistent math action plans that support teachers with effective math teaching strategies. Whether you're a teacher aiming to boost your students' math scores or a math coordinator, coach, or administrator seeking sustainable change, this conversation provides actionable insights that align with your goals.

• Discover how a focus on problem-first teaching led to a remarkable increase in student test scores.
• Learn strategies for developing teachers' conceptual understanding across grade levels, crucial for long-term success.
• Gain insights into balancing individual and group learning in the classroom using innovative approaches like non-permanent surfaces.

Don’t miss out on these game-changing strategies—listen to the episode now and start transforming your math teaching approach today!

Resources

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District Math Leaders:

How are you ensuring that you support those educators who need a nudge to spark a focus on growing their pedagogical-content knowledge?

What about opportunities for those who are eager and willing to elevate their practice, but do not have the support?

Book a call with our District Improvement Program Team to learn how we can not only help you craft, refine and implement your district math learning goals, but also provide all of the professional learning supports your educators need to grow at the speed of their learning.

Book a short conversation with our team now.

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Are you ready to transform your math classroom into a space where students see the beauty and relevance of mathematics in their everyday lives?

In this episode, we speak with long time friend of the show Sunil Singh who is here to give you a snapshot of his upcoming Make Math Moments Summit session around the Language of Mathematics. Sunil is an author, educator, and advocate for the teaching and learning of the beauty of mathematics! Stick with us and you’ll hear how viewing mathematics as a language to be fluently learned can revolutionize your teaching. You’ll uncover why contemporary mathematics has been excluded from K-12 math classrooms; how teachers are acting as translators in the language of mathematics and how we can help students become more fluent; and how we can create a community of scavengers in a world of mathematics.

You’ll learn:

• Discover strategies to create "math epiphanies" that foster lifelong curiosity and excitement about mathematics in your students.
• Learn about the concept of contemporary fluency in mathematics, which goes beyond procedural knowledge to include conceptual understanding and current developments in the field. This holistic approach can help you stay updated and make your teaching more relevant.
• Find out how to address the challenges of making higher-level mathematics accessible. Through practical examples and storytelling, Sunil Singh illustrates how to make complex mathematical ideas more approachable and engaging, even for students who might find math intimidating.

Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your math teaching approach—listen to this episode now and start inspiring a new generation of mathematically curious and engaged students!

Resources:

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District Math Leaders:

How are you ensuring that you support those educators who need a nudge to spark a focus on growing their pedagogical-content knowledge?

What about opportunities for those who are eager and willing to elevate their practice, but do not have the support?

Book a call with our District Improvement Program Team to learn how we can not only help you craft, refine and implement your district math learning goals, but also provide all of the professional learning supports your educators need to grow at the speed of their learning.

Book a short conversation with our team now.

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!