“Fidelity” Is Not a Good Word
In a blog post that I co-authored for Larry Ferlazzo’s Classroom Q&A EdWeek blog, I criticized mandates that require teachers to adhere to a curriculum without modification.
Category: Teaching
DebateMath Podcast on the Value of NCTM Membership
Today, the DebateMath podcast (hosted by Chris Luzniak and Rob Baier) released its latest episode, “Is NCTM worth it?”, featuring me and three other panelists.
Podcast on New Algebra I Curriculum in NYC
Yesterday, I spoke on the Talk Out of Schools radio show on WBAI (99.5 FM) about the NYC Public Schools mandate that all Algebra I classes next year must use the Illustrative Math curriculum.
New NYC Mandated HS Math Curriculum Is Flawed
I was quoted in a Chalkbeat article about the new mandated math curriculum in NYC Public Schools.
Podcast on Dyscalculia
I recently took part in an interesting conversation on the BAM! Radio Network about how to support students with dyscalculia, a learning disorder that affects a person’s ability to understand numbers and math.
Podcast on Teaching Math with Joy
I recently participated in a BAM Radio Network podcast on making math more engaging and relevant to students.