Helping Students Move From “I Can’t” to “I Can” - with Tiayana Marks

In this episode, Chrissy interviews Tiayana Marks, a former math teacher turned educational consultant, working primarily in the professional learning space around mathematics instruction.

In their conversation, Tiayana shares:

• the definition of math identity

• a book that has influenced her understanding of math identity

• why it’s important to spend time and intentional efforts to develop a positive math identity

• implications of positive and negative math identities on students’ access to deeper understanding and career opportunities

• behaviors students might exhibit if they have a negative identity

• ways to help students develop a positive disposition about math

• evidence of students’ positive math identities to look for in your classroom

Resource Links:

• The Impact of Identity in K-8 Mathematics: Rethinking Equity-Based Practices - by Julia Aguirre, Karen Mayfield-Ingram, and Danny Martin

• Connect with Tiayana via email for support with equitable math instruction: [email protected]