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Turn and talk is one of the most common strategies in math classrooms—but most teachers aren’t using it in a way that actually builds student thinking.

In this episode, (part 4 of the Math Discussion Makeover Series) we break down how to use turn and talk intentionally to unlock deeper thinking, increase engagement, and strengthen math discussions.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why turn and talk doesn’t always lead to real thinking
• The role of rehearsal in helping students explain their thinking
• What to listen for during turn and talk to understand student thinking
• How to shift from explaining to facilitating math discussions

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What if your math questioning strategies are actually limiting student thinking?
In this episode, we unpack why many “open-ended” math questions are really closed in disguise—and how a few simple shifts in your math questioning strategies can unlock deeper thinking and stronger math discussions.

After this episode you'll know...

• How common math questioning strategies can unintentionally stop student thinking
• The difference between true open-ended questions and closed questions in disguise
• How to use “notice and wonder” as a powerful math questioning strategy
• How rehearsal and turn-and-talk support stronger participation and thinking
• What to listen for to better understand what your students know

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What if one of the most common teaching habits is actually training students not to listen?

In this episode, we unpack why repeating students during math discussions can quietly kill engagement and what to do instead to build stronger, more meaningful math conversations.

What You’ll Learn

• Why repeating students reduces student-to-student listening
• The hidden reason students disengage during math share time
• How to use revoicing to shift responsibility back to students
• Simple ways to increase engagement during math discussions
• What it really means to facilitate thinking instead of leading it

📒 Grab your copy of the BOOK: Word Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers! (on Amazon here)

Want to get students thinking more deeply in math?

FREE Download: 5 Questions to Ask in Math Class to Get Students Thinking
📝 monamath.com/5questions

Looking to improve math instruction and student engagement across your school or district?

I offer professional development and coaching for K–8 teachers and instructional leaders. 🚸 Learn more at monamath.com/leaders