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What Are The MOST Important Math Standards To Teach? - with Becca Varon

Chrissy Allison

Published on: 01/24/2021

If someone asked what math you teach in your grade, what would you say? Would you give a long-winded list of topics that all seem equally important -- or do you clearly see through to the heart of your students’ learning? In this episode, math content expert, Becca Varon, explains how understanding the major work of your grade enables you to teach math with meaning -- no matter how compressed your timeframe. Listen to learn why it’s OK to let some topics go this year -- and to come away equipped with the resources to make smart decisions as you prioritize.

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The Magic of Managing Up - with Marissa Geist

Chrissy Allison

Published on: 12/06/2020

In this episode of The Mindful Math Podcast, Marissa Geist shares how ‘managing up’ can open the lines of communication and own your own destiny at work. No matter your role, this skill will help you advocate for what you need in order to achieve greater work-life balance.

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Chrissy Allison

Published on: 11/01/2020

Do you feel like your To Do List is never ending? When I surveyed math educators last month, 71% said that TIME is one of their biggest challenges. Over time, I've found strategies to prioritize tasks, and I look forward to sharing them with you.

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To Do List Too Long? When To “Just Get It Done” - with Megan Alvarez

Chrissy Allison

Published on: 09/28/2020

Teachers race the clock when tackling their ‘to do’ lists every day. While some tasks are important enough to spend hours on, others are not. In this episode, hear how one experienced math teacher approaches these tasks with more joy and less resistance.

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