About this episode
Black Mathematicians can be rolemodels for our students. Do you have a plan to celebrate Black Mathematicians in Math Class as a part of Black History Month? On this episode I'll help you create a plan for honoring and elevating the voices of Black Mathematicians in your Math Class.
In this episode we will honestly chat about:
- how representation can help students feel more connected to your community
- a sense of belonging and safety is essential to math class
- a plan for honor Black Mathematicians this month & every month
Continue the learning at monamath.com/community monamath.com/ebook monamath.com/discussion to grab your free guide.
🚃 Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You'll hear it a few times in the recording 🚂
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
🤍Swoosh (Story of Lonnie Johnson)
🤍The Girl with the Mind for Math (Story of Raye Montague)
🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions
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