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Wonder in Mathematics
11.12.2024
Why do educators disagree about 'best practice'? Understanding competing visions of education's purpose reveals why universal solutions fall short.
27.11.2024
How can we avoid falling off the tightrope between skepticism and curiosity in education?
13.11.2024
Could a simple shift in language challenge the false dichotomies that constrain mathematics education?
30.10.2024
How do these two contradictory forces hold education back, and what can we do in response?
17.10.2024
Mathematical proficiency is often depicted as a tightly woven rope. I offer a few more metaphors to help visualise its complex, interdependent nature.
02.10.2024
I argue that teaching sequences for developing mathematical proficiency should be flexible. I also have a few comments about AERO's latest 'explainer'.
18.09.2024
I wade into the pedagogical quagmire to ask a fundamental question: Where should educators stand in a divided landscape?
11.09.2024
We continue our series inspired by Leone Burton’s research, exploring where and how mathematicians think, and offering valuable insights for educators.
28.08.2024
What can we learn from how mathematicians work, think, and feel? Our new series explores how they come to know mathematics and what it means for maths education.
14.08.2024
More about the power of verbs and the image they convey of mathematics. Plus, an invitation to share your favourites!
31.07.2024
What does PISA 2022 tell us about affective and environmental factors in learning mathematics? The answer may not surprise you.
24.03.2024
I propose four dimensions for thinking about how to help students develop a productive disposition towards mathematics.
10.03.2024
What might happen if we focused on the verbs rather than the nouns of mathematics?
21.07.2023
How do our mathematical experiences shape our beliefs? And what are the implications for teaching and policy making?
05.07.2023
Labelling teachers as out-of-field is complex. What really matters when it comes to out-of-field teaching?
11.06.2023
A way to move from opposing positions to a productive discussion.
01.06.2023
Making best buys and unit rates a little more tasty.
13.02.2023
A demonstration of a technique to create 'new tasks from old', while keeping a clear focus on the mathematical ideas.
01.02.2023
Having a common language for tasks matters, as does what we do with them.
18.01.2023
Digging into another classic paper that articulates the different forms of knowledge required to teach mathematics.
02.01.2023
A look at a classic paper that examines historical conceptions of knowledge for teaching, and identifies a key new type.
04.12.2022
Listen to my recent radio episode on story telling in mathematics, and delve into the sources of inspiration for the talk.
30.11.2022
What stories enrich mathematics for you?
A task format to elicit strategic thinking, emphasise understanding and encourage discussion.
Transform the discussions in your maths classroom with ideas from Chris Luzniak's new book.
Sharing my learnings of Indigenous STEM knowledges in Australia.
A walk-through of my workshop that connects geometry to the Game of SET.
What do we mean by problem solving, and how might it influence how we teach mathematics?
A recap of the books I read in 2019. Hopefully you'll find some inspiration.
Teachers notice all the time. But what does noticing involve, and how do we improve?
A few thoughts on my core values and their connections with leadership.
Does a correct answer mean that students understand?
What does it mean to listen effectively to our students, and how might it shape our teaching?
Motivating an exploration of numbers with a 'Which One Doesn't Belong?' prompt.