Gina and Chuck dive into the idea of training students as math coaches—empowering learners to guide and support one another through questions, hints, and encouragement. Hear how peer coaching can transform classroom culture and foster leadership in every student.

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What happens when students create their own math problems? Gina and Chuck discuss the benefits of student-authored tasks and how this practice strengthens conceptual understanding, creativity, and ownership of learning. Learn how to help students become true “math makers.”

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In this episode, Gina and Chuck explore the impact of student-driven math talk—how giving students the floor to explain, question, and reason out loud helps deepen understanding and build confidence in math. Discover strategies to turn everyday lessons into meaningful math conversations.

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In our second series, we connect with Gina Rivera, Math Leader and Reveal Math author. In this episode, Gina and Chuck explore the power of student-led corrections and feedback—how shifting ownership of the learning process helps students reflect, grow, and truly understand their work.

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Cat Gaspard joins the podcast for an insightful conversation about teaching math for real understanding, not just memorization. Tune in as she and host Chuck Poole discuss practical strategies to help students truly "get" math.

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• The difference between solving math problems and truly understanding the concepts.
• Why focusing on memorization can undermine deeper learning.
• Common mistakes teachers make when introducing new concepts (and how to fix them).
• Easy, actionable ways to check for student understanding in real time.
• How visual models and Reveal Math's "explore" activities can boost engagement and comprehension.

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