Arguing in Math Class - An Interview with Chris Luzniak From Debate Math

Making Math Moments That Matter

What if our students were not focused solely on finding the correct answer? What if they felt motivated to discuss and explain math topics? If we want students to deeply understand topics, they need to communicate their thinking, construct arguments, and listen and respond to others. They need to DebateMath!

Listen in as Chris Luzniak, author of Debate Math shares his insights on how to get your students arguing in math class. Chris is here to give you a sneak peek of his upcoming 2024 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit session: Arguing In Math Class.

You’ll learn:

• Discover how to create structured debates that make math concepts more engaging and relatable for students.
• Learn strategies to overcome the fear of trying new teaching techniques and embrace flexibility in the classroom.
• Gain insights into the latest brain science behind effective argumentation and how it can enhance student understanding.

Don’t miss out on transforming your teaching approach—listen to this episode now and bring a new level of excitement to your math lessons!
Resources

• Show Notes Page.

District Math Leaders:

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