Edutopia – Sarah Gonser
“The benefits of math talks are well-known—Gewertz points to research and publications from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics dating back 40 years—but the new Common Core State Standards brought the practice back into focus. “Mastery of the common core’s standards for mathematical practice means students must know how to do things like construct viable arguments and critique others’ reasoning.” Math talk also translates well to online learning. The author highlights four ways teachers can help students improve their math-talk skills.” (more)