E35

Ep 35: Multiplication Facts: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Pt 2

From Math is Figure-Out-Able! · Hosted by Pam Harris & Kim Montague

2021-02-16·1133

Episode summary

In this episode of Math is Figure-Out-Able!: When choosing tasks to teach multiplication facts, what are the pitfalls to avoid? In this episode Pam and Kim discuss ways teachers may inadvertently 1) overemphasize speed, 2) introduce shame into their classrooms, and 3) focus on learning facts in isolation.

Original publisher description

When choosing tasks to teach multiplication facts, what are the pitfalls to avoid? In this episode Pam and Kim discuss ways teachers may inadvertently 1) overemphasize speed, 2) introduce shame into their classrooms, and 3) focus on learning facts in isolation. We've all made mistakes, and this episode is about learning and growing for our…