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Author: Megan Kean

January 15, 2021January 15, 2021
Post categories Megan Kean, Motivation & Engagement, Peter Trapp, Teacher as Researcher

Out With the Old and In With the New

A New Way to Think About Circles in the Math Classroom As a teacher, by nature, I am a reflective individual that is continuously improving my practice.  Many times, I…

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December 27, 2018July 31, 2020
Post categories Megan Kean, Motivation & Engagement, Teacher as Researcher

Are You Willing to Be Real to Increase Equity and Access?

Take a moment and read the letter below that I received from a student this year.   Let that sink in a little bit.   There is a lot more…

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April 8, 2018July 31, 2020
Post categories Mathematical Discourse, Megan Kean, Number Talks

How Do I Make a Purposeful Number Talk?

Number Talks are a fantastic way to get students to think about problems and solving in multiple ways.  The purpose of Number Talks is to help increase mathematical discourse and…

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January 19, 2018July 31, 2020
Post categories Growth Mindset, Megan Kean, Number Talks, Uncategorized

Number Talks – An Unexpected Side Effect

Number Talks – An Unexpected Side Effect We have all heard, “Mistakes are proof that you are trying”, “Mistakes are opportunities to learn”, “Mistakes are stepping stones of learning,” but…

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