Modern Math Teacher
Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and math education expert empowers middle and high school math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and more student-centered practices to boost engagement in their classrooms. Teaching math has never been this fun!
Whether you're a math teacher newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode that's sure to start changing the way you're teaching math. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group?
Join the community of middle and high school math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!
Episodes
111 episodes
🤩 BONUS: What’s Coming in the Modern Math Teacher Membership
Have you been listening to these episodes thinking, “Yes! This is the kind of math class I want—but I can’t do it alone”? Then this episode is for you.Today I’m giving you an inside look at the Modern Math Teacher Mem...
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#109: PBL Without the Chaos: Yes, It’s Possible
You want to do PBL, but every time you think about it… you panic. What if it flops? What if it’s chaos? Been there. Done that. In this episode, I’m sharing how I went from panicked to confidently using project-based le...
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Episode 109
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6:14
#108: Signs You’re Ready to Teach Differently
Ever feel like your class is full of students… but no one is really there with you? The crickets. The side conversations. The phone scrolling. If that sounds familiar, you’re not failing—you’re ready.
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Episode 108
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6:14
#107: Why “Real, Relevant, and Rigorous” Is the Future of Math
If you’re tired of hearing your students ask, “When are we ever gonna use this?”—this episode is for you. Today I’m breaking down the 3 R’s that have reshaped my math class: Real, Relevant, and Rigorous. And no, these aren’t just buzzwords.<...
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Episode 107
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11:05
#106: The Math Class They’ll Remember
Is your math class unforgettable—for the right reasons? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful story from a cross-curricular Rocket Project that completely shifted how I thought about engagement. It reminded me that s...
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Episode 106
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8:54
#105 – Chicken Nuggets, Pop, and Video Projects: Boosting Math Engagement with Clement Townsend
🍗🥤 What do chicken nuggets, pop, and student-created videos have in common? They're all part of today’s conversation on how instructional videos can transform engagement in your math class.I’m joined by Clement Townsend, founder o...
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Episode 105
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28:19
#104 – Creative Final Exam Review with Stations, Choice Boards, and a Little Help from AI
😮💨 Feeling overwhelmed by finals prep? Whether you’re planning a final exam review for Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2, today’s episode is here to save your sanity—and your time.I’m sharing creative, low-prep ideas to get your ...
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Episode 104
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12:44
#103 – Your Summer, Your PD: What Do You Want to Hear Next?
☀️Summer is almost here—and so is my Summer Series Poolside PD designed to make your teacher professional development feel more like iced coffee on the porch than a boring meeting. 😎In this quick episode, I’m giving you a sneak pe...
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Episode 103
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5:42
#102 – Finishing Strong: Building Math Mindset and Confidence at the End of the Year
🤔 How can you help students leave your class feeling confident—even if they struggled all year? In this episode, we’re focusing less on the math and more on the mindset that sticks with students long after the final ex...
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Episode 102
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11:21
#101 – Free, Fun, and Still Rigorous: End-of-Year Math Activities That Just Work
✏️ Looking for free math activities for high school that are actually fun and meaningful? You’re in the right place. In this episode, I’m sharing my top 3 FREE, low-prep, high-impact math activities to keep your studen...
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Episode 101
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7:40
#100 🎉 15 Real Moments from 15 Years of Teaching: What They Taught Me
What better way to celebrate 100 episodes than by keeping it 100% real?In this milestone episode, I’m looking back on 15 real, raw, and totally relatable teaching moments from the past 15 years of my math classroom. From launching...
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Episode 100
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23:00
#99 – How Snorkl Transformed My Math Class: AI-Powered Practice that Builds Deeper Understanding
🤔 What are the best AI tools for teaching math? If you’ve been asking this, I have a game-changing classroom story for you!In this episode, I’m sharing my new favorite AI tool—Snorkl—and how it completely tr...
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Episode 99
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13:54
#98 – You’re the MVP: A Big Thank You + Easy End-of-Year Ideas to Celebrate YOU
🥳 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week—and this episode is all about YOU. Whether you’re coasting into summer or barely hanging on (no shame), I want to say THANK YOU for the work you do every single day.In thi...
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Episode 98
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10:13
#97 Teachers Deserve their Time Back with Rae Hughart
Teaching doesn’t have to be exhausting. What if small shifts could give you back your time, reduce burnout, and make learning more engaging—without adding extra stress?In this episode, I’m joined by Rae Hughart, educator, speaker,...
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#96 Fun Math Activities To Get out and Enjoy the Spring Weather
🎧 What if you could take math outside and still hit your learning goals? Say goodbye to packets and hello to sunshine ☀️—because spring is the perfect time to take your math lessons outdoors without sacrificin...
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Episode 96
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7:44
#95 Hands-On Math Activities + Projects Students Love
🎧 What if your next math review or intro lesson didn’t feel like a worksheet… but like a real, creative challenge your students couldn’t wait to do? If spring fever has hit your classroom, it’s time to switch gears and...
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Episode 95
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11:16
#94 Unlocking AI for Math Teachers: Easy Ways to Start Today
🎧 What if AI could save you hours of planning each week? AI can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, I’m sharing three easy, no-stress ways to start using AI in your math classroom right now.We...
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Episode 94
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9:16
#93 Spring into Something New: Why Now is the Best Time to Try PBL
🎧 Have you ever thought about trying something new in your classroom but worried about the timing? Spring might be your perfect opportunity to experiment with project-based learning (PBL)! In this episode, I’ll show you...
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Episode 93
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9:04
#92: 3 Ways AI Can Help with Lesson Planning and Differentiation
Wish you had more time to personalize lessons, create engaging activities, and support all learners—without adding hours to your prep? AI might just be the tool you need.In this episode, we’re breaking down three powerful ways AI ...
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Episode 92
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13:11
#91 Spring Reset: Simple Teaching Strategies to Re-Energize Your Classroom
Feeling the mid-semester slump? You’re not alone! March is that tricky time of year when energy dips, students get distracted, and classroom routines start slipping. But the good news? A simple spring reset can help bring back structure, engage...
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Episode 91
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12:37
#90 AI in Math Education: What’s Hype vs. What Actually Helps?
AI is everywhere—but is it actually useful in math class, or just another tech buzzword? 🤔When ChatGPT first hit the scene, I dismissed it. I thought, "This is just Mathway for English teachers." But after hearing how my ...
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Episode 90
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15:38
#89: March Math Madness in the Classroom🏀
🏀What if your students were as engaged in math as they are in filling out their March College Basketball Madness brackets?March is one of the best times of the year to bring real-world connections into your math classroom. From bu...
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Episode 89
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15:40
#88: Rigor + Relationships = Student Engagement
February is the month of love, and we’re asking: Can you set high expectations and still be the teacher your students love and trust? Spoiler alert: You absolutely can! In this episode, we’re diving into how balancing meaningful relationships w...
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Episode 88
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10:41
#87: Winning Warm-Ups: Easy Bell Ringers to Energize Your Math Class
Do you know the secret to starting your math class on the right foot? It’s all in the warm-up! A great bell ringer not only sets the tone for the day but also engages your students and gets them thinking critically right from the start.<...
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Episode 87
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10:17
#86: Presidents Day Projects: Connecting Math to History 🇺🇸📊
Presidents’ Day isn’t just a time to reflect on leadership—it’s a perfect opportunity to connect math to history and civic engagement! In this episode, we’re diving into cross-curricular connections that bring real-world math into your classroo...
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Episode 86
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8:40