Listen "004. Math Practice #4: Model with mathematics"
Episode Synopsis
“Model with mathematics” sounds straightforward… until you try to define what it looks like in a real K–3 classroom. Is it about teacher modeling? Using manipulatives? Solving word problems? This episode takes a closer look, and might just shift your perspective.In this episode, we take a surprising turn into what Math Practice 4 really asks of us and our students. We’ll explore how to help kids see math in the world around them, use it to make sense of real-life situations, and develop the kind of number sense that sticks far beyond the classroom.It’s time for math to feel more purposeful, more connected to kids’ lives, and more joyful to teach. This episode will leave you with a fresh perspective, and a few practical routines to get started.Links mentioned in this episode:✅ Standards For Mathematical Practice✅ Math Practice 4More from us:👉 Follow us on Instagram @meaningfulmathco⭐️ SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEWIf you loved this episode, please take a minute to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. With your support, we can reach even more teachers looking to make math meaningful for their students. Thank you!
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