Episode Details

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 students.
Talking Points:

• What the research says about the negative effects of timed activities such as multiplication fact tests
• Shame is not a motivator to learn facts (harder then you think!)
• Why learning facts as isolated ideas is not helpful

See episodes 55-56 on helping parents understand your math classroom.