Math Educators

For middle school math: How many of you have tiered courses in your building? We only offer 2 options for 7th & 8th grade. In 7th you are either in general math or Algebra 1 and in 8th your have general… more

Please share some kahoot questions with me for second graders

Any suggestions on teaching system of two variable inequalities to a virtual/hybrid class?
I’m at a loss it feels like for ideas. So far I have covered 100% of the content that I usually do in algebra … more

I’m tired of looking at uploaded pictures. Sometimes, I want to be able to see my kids’ algebra work right on the screen, live if possible. Like, real equation solving work with fractions, radicals, … more

What advice do you have for teachers who may want to move up into an administration position?

What are some best teaching practices that you have to offer to new and veteran teachers?

Geometry teachers, what is your favorite kind of compass to use? (Names and/or pictures would be most helpful.) Thanks!

Do you ever have to teach a topic that you are not particularly "good" at teaching or have never really understood fully? If so, how do you navigate that? (I know how I do...and it's pro… more

Hello everyone! I am so interested in developing centers for my 5th grade math classroom. I'd you are a math center guru, I would love any suggestions, recommendations, or examples of what works… more

Who in this group does groups with Eureka Math?

My Algebra 1a kiddos are struggling with systems of equations. We've tested (not good results), retaught, still struggle. Any advice?

Percent of Content Covered by Year:
2018-2019: 100%
2019-2020: ~75%
2020-2021: < 50% (projected)
At what point do we say "they have not mastered or understand enough content to be successful in later co… more

I have a fellow teacher that comes into my room during our common plan time and sits there and talks the entire time while I try to get my work done. I am too much of a softee and don't want to hurt his feel… more

A question for all AP Statistics teachers out there: For 11 years, I’ve started the experimental design unit by spending a few days running experiments on my students as a fun, engaging way to demonst… more

I am about to attempt self paced Math for the first time in 5th grade. I am raw with this one. I need to teach more discovery learning and exploration, rather than rote standard algorithm practice. Ha… more

Good luck to all of you as we start the second half of the year. Hope this half is better than the first!

So who's ready to get back and see your kiddos? I am super ready. #LoveMyJob

Besides Desmos, what is your favorite website that you use in your classes?
Mine would have to be kahoot. I just started using it this year and I love it.

Does anyone else use Illustrative Math in 6th grade? I have a spread sheet of resources I can share if others can do the same!

What is your favorite mathematics topic to teach? Mine is probably graphing trig functions. I just love graphing, but the kids seem to hate it.

Hi guys I’m new to this platform and to 5th grade. Has anyone used the envision program? I am on long division any tips

How many of you have ditched a textbook and just use guided notes for your curriculum?

What have you found to be good ways to help bridge gaps left from time out of class due to Covid? I teach 6th grade. We use iReady but feel like there are other sources I could use that would help fil… more

Geometry Teachers! Does your district classify transversal angles using the words “Consecutive” or “Same-Side”?

I teach a hybrid of face to face and virtual instruction and we have 1 hour and 10 minutes for whole group instruction. These are fifth graders. How would you use this time to maximize learning? What strategies/m… more

We have 36 minute zoom sessions per class, not much time. What do you think is the best way to use that time? Q&A session? Lecture? Other ideas?

Is your school using the Open Up curriculum or is already using it? On a scale of 10, to what fidelity are you implementing the curriculum? What are it's strong points? What are it's pain poin… more

What are some of your best virtual tools for students to easily write with math symbols that are free? I've been using a free extended trial of Kami for easy worksheets but I'm afraid my distr… more

Hello everyone,

I am currently working with my PLC on the implementation of small groups in a more effective format. I have come up with some ideas, but they have been shot down pretty quickly for logi… more

If you have kids that are out on Quarantine and you have a test in the class, how do you guys go about giving them the test?

I teach 6th grade math. Do any of you have recommendations for self assessments that you use? I want my students to be more self aware and self accountable.