Math Chat
Mona, of Mona Math, reveals the mysteries of how to teach elementary math even if you aren't a math person. Discover how you can develop a buzzing student led math classroom. We cover all things math identity, classroom culture, and student centered instructional practices to help you empower students to love and understanding math deeply.
Math Chat
121: What is student-centered learning?
What is student-centered learning and why should we use it in math?
A student-centered math classroom has students doing the work – the thinking, doing, exploring, figuring out. The teacher is the guide on the side in that exploration and sense making.
In this episode, we're chatting about:
- What student-centered learning is NOT (hint: out of control or easier for kids)
- The students' role in student-centered math
- The teacher’s role in a student-centered classroom
- How to plan and facilitate a student-centered math class
Other resources for student-centered math:
- This article from Edutopia scratches the surface & can help you get started.
- Student Engagement Strategies on this article.
- What is a math discussion? Questions answered here!
- 4 Simple Steps to Teach ANYTHING in a student-centered math classroom!
- What is a student-centered math classroom?
- 5 Steps to a Student-Centered Math Class
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