The Thinking Classroom: An Interview with Peter Liljedahl
Jamila Riser March 7, 2023
This post was supposed to be just for math teachers. I was going to share an instructional approach that, as dramatic as this sounds, has taken
Exploring the Lesson Synthesis: When do I actually teach?
Jamila Riser March 7, 2023
During a problem-based lesson, the teacher does a lot of listening while monitoring student learning. When teachers are introduced to a problem-based lesson structure, they
Curiosity as a Catalyst to Discovery
Jamila Riser February 5, 2023
This issue of InQuiring Minds reaches back to explore that initial feeling of curiosity that can then spark all learning, creativity, and innovation. We
Don’t Force a False Choice Between Algebra and Data Science
Jamila Riser January 28, 2023
In data science classes, students write computer programs to help analyze large sets of data. High school math, and algebra, in particular, is in crisis.
Getting to Know Our Students with Identity Interviews
Jamila Riser January 21, 2023
Why Identity Videos? As teachers, we don’t get a lot of information about our students before we need to teach them! We are usually handed
The Impact of Teacher Language on Math Engagement
Jamila Riser December 17, 2022
A math classroom has the potential to be a magical place, where teachers are positioned to empower students as leaders, learners, and problem solvers. Unfortunately,
Role of the Principal
Jamila Riser December 6, 2022
This video is part of a series produced by coaching guru Lucy West. This particular video is about the role of coach in leading instruction
Local Needs Matter When Selecting a Quality Math Curriculum
Jamila Riser December 3, 2022
How does your vision of instructive drive the way and what of your adoption? An instructional vision helps to communicate the expectations for teaching and
Sussex County STEM Fair Highlights
Jamila Riser November 20, 2022
Sussex County STEM Fair Sponsored by the Sussex County STEM Alliance & Lewes Library November 5, 2022 The first annual Sussex County STEM Fair
Dismantling Inequities in Math Education Virtual Series for Administrators
Jamila Riser November 19, 2022
DIME Virtual Series for Administrators Starting in Late February 2023/Early March 2023 Flyer Dismantling Inequities in Mathematics Education (DIME)A Professional Learning Series for Administrators Achieving