Ever asked a math question and been met with total silence? Or felt like only a few kids are driving the whole conversation? You’re not alone — and today we’re fixing it.
In this episode, Mona dives into the subtle mistakes that can shut down rich math discussions — and the practical shifts that can turn things around.
You’ll learn:
✅ What common habits unintentionally stifle student thinking
✅ Why these missteps matter more than you think
✅ Small, doable tweaks to spark deeper conversations
Whether you’re a K–6 math teacher, instructional coach, or administrator, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to lead powerful discussions where every student thinks, listens, and learns.
✨ Resources and Links Mentioned:
- 🎯 [Main CTA]: Grab the Word Problem Workshop book + training here: monamath.com/book/
- 📌 Check out the full episode notes + practical tools at: monamath.com/podcast
- 🎥 Want to see the discussion structures in action? Explore the WPW Teacher Training.
📲 Stay Connected:
- Follow me on Instagram: @monamath
- Visit the website: monamath.com
⭐ Subscribe & Review:
Love this episode? Tap “Follow” on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a quick review!
Your feedback helps more amazing educators discover the show — and it means the world to us.
Thanks for hanging out with me on Math Chat — let’s keep building classrooms full of problem-solvers! ✨
Do you believe math class can be more than worksheets + groans?
Same.
That’s why I wrote Word Problem Workshop—out Oct 24!
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📒 Word Problem Workshop BOOK coming later this year!
Create a classroom of problem solvers with this 5 step daily routine. Through diving deeply into one problem each day you can increase student engagement, problem solving, & math proficiency!
You don't have to wait for the book...
Word Problem Workshop Online Course is avaliable now!
I'll show you how to...
- engage every student in daily problem solving
- utilize a proven routine that allows students to collaborate, reflect, take risks, and use mistakes as opportunities.
- confidently facilitate a students lead problem solving workshop
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