Modern Math Teacher
Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers middle and high school math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and more student-centered practices to boost engagement in their classrooms. Teaching math has never been this fun!
Whether you're a math teacher newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode that's sure to start changing the way you're teaching math. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group?
Join the community of middle and high school math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!
Episodes
94 episodes
#93 Spring into Something New: Why Now is the Best Time to Try PBL
🎧 Have you ever thought about trying something new in your classroom but worried about the timing? Spring might be your perfect opportunity to experiment with project-based learning (PBL)! In this episode, I’ll show you...
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Episode 93
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9:04
#92: 3 Ways AI Can Help with Lesson Planning and Differentiation
Wish you had more time to personalize lessons, create engaging activities, and support all learners—without adding hours to your prep? AI might just be the tool you need.In this episode, we’re breaking down three powerful ways AI ...
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Episode 92
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13:11
#91 Spring Reset: Simple Teaching Strategies to Re-Energize Your Classroom
Feeling the mid-semester slump? You’re not alone! March is that tricky time of year when energy dips, students get distracted, and classroom routines start slipping. But the good news? A simple spring reset can help bring back structure, engage...
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Episode 91
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12:37
#90 AI in Math Education: What’s Hype vs. What Actually Helps?
AI is everywhere—but is it actually useful in math class, or just another tech buzzword? 🤔When ChatGPT first hit the scene, I dismissed it. I thought, "This is just Mathway for English teachers." But after hearing how my ...
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Episode 90
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15:38
#89: March Math Madness in the Classroom🏀
🏀What if your students were as engaged in math as they are in filling out their March College Basketball Madness brackets?March is one of the best times of the year to bring real-world connections into your math classroom. From bu...
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Episode 89
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15:40
#88: Rigor + Relationships = Student Engagement
February is the month of love, and we’re asking: Can you set high expectations and still be the teacher your students love and trust? Spoiler alert: You absolutely can! In this episode, we’re diving into how balancing meaningful relationships w...
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Episode 88
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10:41
#87: Winning Warm-Ups: Easy Bell Ringers to Energize Your Math Class
Do you know the secret to starting your math class on the right foot? It’s all in the warm-up! A great bell ringer not only sets the tone for the day but also engages your students and gets them thinking critically right from the start.<...
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Episode 87
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10:17
#86: Presidents Day Projects: Connecting Math to History 🇺🇸📊
Presidents’ Day isn’t just a time to reflect on leadership—it’s a perfect opportunity to connect math to history and civic engagement! In this episode, we’re diving into cross-curricular connections that bring real-world math into your classroo...
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Episode 86
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8:40
#85: Real-World Math at the Big Game: The Football Championship Project 🏈📊
Are you ready to turn the NFL Championship Big Game into a math teacher’s dream lesson? This episode is all about making math real, relevant, and engaging by connecting it to one of the biggest cultural events of the year! 🙌I...
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Episode 85
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10:10
#84 Transforming Classrooms to Meet Every Learner’s Needs with Rob Barnett
This week, I’m thrilled to sit down with Rob Barnett, a former teacher, co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project (MCP), and author of the brand-new book Meet Every Learner’s Ne...
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Episode 84
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41:40
#83 Using AI to Engage Students Beyond the Classroom
Want to make math feel relevant? In this episode, Kristen shares tips for connecting math lessons to students’ lives and interests. Plus, learn how to use AI tools to find real-world examples and data to bring into your classroom!💡 Wh...
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11:55
#82 Classroom Management Strategy Reset for Second Semester
Is your classroom ready for the second semester? This episode dives into CHAMPS strategies to help you reset routines, reestablish expectations, and create a positive learning environment. Plus, discover how AI tools can make classroom manageme...
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10:28
#81 New Year, New Goals: Simple Goal Setting Classroom Activities
Start the new year with intentionality! In this episode, Kristen shares strategies to help teachers and students set meaningful goals for 2025. From reflecting on last semester to using AI tools for organization, this episode is packed with act...
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Episode 81
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10:28
🏆BEST OF 2024: (Re)Building Thinking Classrooms: Consolidating + Note-Taking
🎉 Most Listened to in 2024! Replay of Ep 51: (Re)Building Thinking Classrooms: Consolidating + Note-Taking 🎉Back by popular demand, this episode blew up in 2024, and we’re bringing it back to give you all the tools to level up you...
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Episode 80
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19:13
🏆BEST OF 2024: Unlock Classroom Routine: Essential Math Class Structure Tips
🎉 Most Listened to in 2024! Replay of Ep 58: Unlock Classroom Routine: Essential Math Class Structure Tips 🎉We’re bringing back one of your absolute favorites from 2024! This episode topped the charts because you loved th...
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Episode 79
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12:16
Ep 78: Reflect and Reset: Preparing for a Fresh Start in January
✨ Reflect and Reset: Preparing for a Fresh Start in JanuaryAs the year comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the semester and prepare for a fresh start in January. ✨ In this episode, Kristen shares strategies to help you and your...
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Episode 78
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8:49
Ep 77: Preparing for Semester Exams: Tips for Teachers and Students
✨ Preparing for Semester Exams: Tips for Teachers and StudentsFeeling the pressure of semester exams? 📝 In this episode, Kristen shares her favorite tips to help teachers and students prepare for exams with confidence and less stress...
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Episode 77
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8:19
Ep 76: The Gift Wrap Challenge: A Hands on Math Activity
✨ The Gift Wrap Challenge: A Hands-On Math ActivityBring holiday cheer into your math classroom with the Gift Wrap Challenge! 🎁 In this episode, Kristen shares how this hands-on activity engages students with real-world math during t...
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Episode 76
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8:24
Ep 75: Managing Classroom Energy and Behavior During the Holiday Season
✨ Inside the Episode:With the holidays right around the corner, keeping classroom behavior on track can feel like a challenge! 🎄 In this episode, Kristen shares practical strategies to manage classroom energy and maintain a positive ...
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Episode 75
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9:13
Ep 74: Inclusively Celebrating Winter Holidays in Your Math Classroom
✨ Inside the EpisodeThe winter holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate! 🎄 But how can we bring the holiday spirit into our math classrooms in a way that’s inclusive and respectful of all students? In this episode of The Mod...
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Episode 74
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8:25
Ep 73: Easy Real-World Math Applications for the Busy Season
✨ Inside the Episode:With the holiday season in full swing, it can be hard to keep students engaged and focused. 🎄 In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher, Kristen shares easy real-world math applications that require min...
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Episode 73
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9:03
Ep 72: Surviving the Holiday Season in the Classroom: Simple Strategies for Success
✨The holiday season is here, and we know how hectic it can get in the classroom! In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher, I’m sharing simple classroom strategies that will help you stay on top of things and enjoy the...
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Episode 72
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15:18
Ep 71: The Power of Reflection: How to Use Exit Tickets Effectively
In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher, we’re diving deep into one of the simplest yet most powerful tools for any math teacher: exit tickets. If you’re looking for a quick, effective way to check for understanding and gather valua...
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Episode 71
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9:39
Ep 70: Using the Election in Math Class: Engage Students with Real-World Data
In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher, we’re talking about how you can make math relevant and exciting by integrating election data into your algebra lessons. With the upcoming 2024 election, there’s no better time to show student...
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Episode 70
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9:06
Episode #69: Controversial Conversations with Julianna Tapper
In this exciting episode of The Modern Math Teacher, we dive into some of the most debated topics in math education with Juliana Tapper, author of the upcoming book Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention. Juliana shares her insigh...
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Episode 69
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37:09