| It's Not for a Lack of Effort |
July 2024
I wonder how often I've blamed my students for their lack of success. How often have I thought, “If only they would try harder?” I’m sure this happens more often than I admit, and I suspect I am not alone in this. |
| NCTM's Collaborative Efforts |
June 2024
In my June President’s Message, I talked about the importance of both horizontal and vertical collaboration to better meet the needs of our students. Collaboration is also needed by professional organizations to better meet the needs |
| The Power of Collaboration |
June 2024
Teaching can be a very isolating job. We spend the majority of our time working with our students in classrooms. It can feel like there are few opportunities to interact with adults. |
| Building Identity in Classroom Assessments |
May 2024
Building a positive mathematical identity should be every educator's goal for every student. When we employ classroom assessments, unfortunately, they often have the opposite effect and leave our students believing they are not capable doers of mathematics. |
| The Importance of Data Science |
April 2024
As data increases and more decisions are being based on data, students must develop a deeper understanding of the methods and ethics associated with collecting, analyzing, visualizing, and communicating data. |