
#41 How Math in Real World Situations Builds Engagement & Understanding with Kelly from Mathematically Enthused
About this episode
Math in real world situations can build engagement and deep understanding in your students. On this episode Kelly (@MathematicallyEnthused) and I are discussing Maht in Real World situations!
In this episode we will honestly chat about:
- Math manipulatives and how they can build understanding
- Management tips for helping students use concrete representations
- Math in Real World Situations can build math mindsets!
- ...and so 👏🏽 much 👏🏽 more!
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Connect with Kelly Hogan, our guest!
Instagram: @MathematicallyEnthused
Website: https://www.mathematicallyenthusedblog.net/
TPT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Mathematically-Enthused
Kelly's Podcast! https://open.spotify.com/show/2NTPOQASxAi1KwmeizQifC
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions
🚃 Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You'll hear it a few times in the recording 🚂
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