“For many, learning mathematics leads to perceiving the subject as a collection of procedures that are disconnected from any big picture. It’s much like filling a box with puzzle pieces, yet never building the puzzle.”

For this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ted Coe and Anita Brown of NWEA to discuss how educators move beyond doing math to thinking about mathematical concepts, with a focus on formative conversation starters.

Two years on from the start of the pandemic and we’re starting to see a glimmer of hope and pieces of normalcy return to our schools and classrooms. But as we move forward, we cannot ignore the lingering impact of pandemic disruptions.

Equity is not a buzzword. It’s not a synonym for diversity. So, what is it? Fenesha Hubbard and Joyce Smith of NWEA join the pod to show what schools and classrooms would look like if we truly valued equity in the context of instruction.

Learn how NWEA will support more confident decision-making this fall with updates to MAP Growth, MAP Reading Fluency, MAP Accelerator, and our professional learning and school improvement offerings.

There’s no such thing as one-size-fits-all education. The right assessment is the key to reaching each and every student—exactly where they are.

MAP Suite provides best-in-class coverage of subjects, languages, and accomodations. Download the checklist to learn more.