Rethinking How We Teach & Learn Fractions

Why do so many students struggle with fractions and how do we make math concepts stick beyond rote memorization?

This episode is for educators looking to move beyond the frustration and confusion of teaching and learning fractions. We speak with Tara Flynn and Shelley Yearley, two co-authors of the book Rethinking Fractions. 

Tune in now and learn how a deeper understanding of fractions and a focus on student ownership can make math more meaningful and engaging.

You’ll: 

• Gain insights from educators who’ve experienced both the pitfalls and rewards of teaching fractions in new and transformative ways.
• Discover practical strategies to shift from memorization to conceptual understanding, especially with unit fractions and counting strategies.
• Learn about upcoming opportunities to engage with like-minded educators and access resources that make teaching fractions approachable and effective.

Tune in to this episode of Making Math Moments That Matter to revolutionize your approach to teaching fractions and inspire deeper mathematical understanding in your students!

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How are you ensuring that you support those educators who need a nudge to spark a focus on growing their pedagogical-content knowledge? 

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