Why Under-Preparing Is The Key To Engagement - An Interview With Po-Shen Loh

We speak with Po-Shen Loh from an American professor of mathematics at Carnegie Mellon University and the national coach of the United States' International Math Olympiad team. Po-Shen shares how he believes - whether teaching in person or online - that we can never take the attention of the student for granted. So how do we craft engaging lessons that can keep the attention of our students when we’re up against TikTok, Instagram, and other modern day distractions? Stick around and dive into this conversation on the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast with our guest, Po-Shen Loh. You’ll Learn: How to craft engaging online learning experiences that compete with the likes of TikTok and InstagramHow leveraging techniques from improv classes can draw in your audienceHow educators can make small changes to their lesson delivery to make students feel that they are a part of your lesson instead of just a spectator Resources: Poshenloh.com [Po-Shen Loh’s Website] Po-Shen Lo’s Zoom Chat Add-On Connect with @PoShenLoh on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTube Explore Make Math Moments Problem Based Units Join The Make Math Moments Academy Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! We’ve partnered with them to help bring more collaborative learning into classrooms. Whether you’re supporting one class or math instruction across multiple schools, find the right way to get started at wipebook.com/mathmoments. Are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don’t want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.