Have you ever noticed how negativity can take over a mathematics coaching and training session, turning a productive opportunity into a venting session?

When challenges dominate, progress gets sidelined, and it’s easy for our hard working teachers to disengage. But with the right approach, you can transform the tone of the session and foster meaningful learning and collaboration.

Listen in and learn that by starting with a focus on wins and successes, you can energize your participants and create a space for positivity. Real-life success stories inspire action and help hesitant teachers take that first step toward improvement. Imagine your next mathematics coaching and training session buzzing with productive conversation and motivation.

Use these simple prompts to kickstart your next mathematics coaching and training session with positivity: “What has been successful for you recently?” or “Share a celebration from using a new tool.” Try this approach in your next PD session to see the shift in energy and engagement.

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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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Are you curious about how to overcome the most common challenges in implementing student-centered teaching practices in math and to unpack the 5 Practices For Orchestrating Productive Mathematical Discussions?

In this episode, Kyle Pearce, Yvette Lehman and Peg Smith, co-author of the new book Coaching The 5 Practices from Corwin dive into practical strategies for making math classrooms more effective and engaging. Whether you're a teacher or a coach, this discussion on the 5 practices for orchestrating productive mathematical discussions and new coaching models will help you address real challenges and create a more student-centered learning environment.

• Learn how setting clear learning goals can transform your teaching approach and student outcomes.
• Discover a new coaching model that helps teachers tackle classroom challenges through collaboration and reflection.
• Gain insights into a student-centered approach that encourages productive struggle and deepens mathematical understanding.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your teaching—listen to the episode now and pre-order Peg Smith’s new book to start implementing these strategies in your classroom!

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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.

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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.

Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!