PD for the SOUL
Welcome to PD for the Soul, the podcast that nourishes your passion for teaching with research-driven insights, inspiring case studies, and thought-provoking conversations with special guests. Relaunching January 2025, we’re here to help you connect the dots between theory and practice, with a special focus on mathematics education. From innovative strategies to deepen math instruction to stories that bring numbers to life, PD for the Soul is your go-to resource for growth, innovation, and inspiration in education. Let’s transform classrooms—one concept, lesson, and student at a time.
PD for the SOUL
Maximizing Student Outcomes with the Final Three Formative Five Techniques
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In this episode, we’re diving into the final three strategies of The Formative 5: Show Me, Hinge Questions, and Exit Tasks—three powerful techniques that can transform how we assess and respond to student learning in real time. I’ll share insights from my own observations, practical ways to implement these strategies, and the impact they can have on student engagement and understanding.
We’ll explore:
✅ How Show Me helps students demonstrate their thinking and deepens conceptual understanding.
✅ Why Hinge Questions are pivotal moments that guide instructional decisions.
✅ The role of Exit Tasks in measuring student learning and planning next steps.
These small yet intentional moves can make a huge difference in student outcomes. Tune in, take notes, and let’s keep making an impact!
📩 Don't forget! Our first monthly newsletter drops on March 1, packed with resource links, book recommendations, and cross-grade connections to strengthen your instruction. Stay tuned!
P.S. here's a copy of my observation planning and facilitation document. Let me know what you think.
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