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DebateMath Podcast

Chris Luzniak & Rob Baier

Welcome to the DebateMath Podcast, the show where we’re redefining what it means to debate in mathematics & education, where multiple sides of ideas are explored, evidence matters, and we all grow and learn from hearing each other.We know the world–and our classrooms–are not binary. So we lean into the gray area in our discussions. We invite on guests with differing viewpoints on the way math is taught, and listen in as they debate with each other.Come dig into any debate, where we listen to

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40:33

Hot Seat #5 - Math Identity?

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2025/06/12

Send us a textIt’s time for another round of Summer Hot Seats!You may have heard talk about math anxiety and helping students to build confidence in math skills. But our guests today want to focus on the idea of math identity. What is it? And how do we foster it? So for this Hot Seat debate, we have two educators here to share why they think:Teachers MUST cultivate a positive math identity.Brian mentioned the book: The Impact of Identity in K-8 MathematicsYou can find Rolanda Baldwin on LinkedIn, as

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Debate 39 - Should We Teach a Curriculum with Fidelity?

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2025/05/15

Send us a textLet’s talk about curriculum resources! Whether you are using a textbook that you chose or your district chose for you, many of you have been asked to use the resource with fidelity. But what exactly is fidelity, and is it a problem to create our own lessons? How much should teachers be expected to use what is included in a curriculum resource? Well that sounds like a great question for debate! So we have a panel of 3 guests today to share their thoughts on the question:Should we teach

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Debate 38 - Should We Compare the Teaching of Reading...

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2025/04/17

Send us a textIs teaching math the same as teaching reading? Have you ever attended a PD or read about a strategy that works for teaching both reading and were asked to use it in math as well? There are times when these two pedagogies can overlap…but should they? Today, we have a very special “family” episode for you. We are going to hear a husband and wife debate it out on this very topic, answering the question: Should We Be Comparing the Teaching of Reading to the Teaching of Math?You can find

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Debate 37 - Dump the Algorithms?

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2025/03/20

Send us a textMath is full of algorithms. These are generalized procedures or sets of rules to be followed in solving problems of a given type. From the standard algorithms for subtraction and long division in elementary school all the way to the distance formula and the quadratic formula in high school, algorithms are a part of the mathematics curriculum. However, some may ask: should we be teaching students these methods, or should we Dump the Algorithms?Pam Harris’s website:

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Debate 36 - Narrow the Grade Bands?

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2025/02/20

Send us a textHow narrow should we make the grade bands for teacher certification? When teachers get their certification in a state, it is usually for a specific subject and/or grade band. For instance, a teacher may get a certification in K-8 Elementary Teaching or 7-12 Math Instruction. These bands vary by state and change over time. So what is the ideal set of grade bands? Listen in as our debaters take on the resolution: Should We Narrow the Grade Bands? Gabriel mentioned the O’Mellan research

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Debate 35 - Creating Belonging in Math Class?

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2024/12/19

Send us a textAs we’ve done in the past, we wanted to end the year by bringing together a few of our guests from past debates for a roundtable to reflect on the past debates and also engage in a discussion around a central question. This year’s question is:How do we help students feel that they belong in math class? Follow Melissa Dean on Twitter & Instagram: @Dean_of_mathCheck out Melissa’s Blog: Dean of Math BlogFollow Liesl McConchie on Twitter (and Bluesky): @LieslMcconchieCheck out Liesl’s

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Debate 34 - Should Politics Be Avoided in Math Class?

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2024/10/15

Send us a textAt the time of this recording, we are in an election year and political ads are everywhere. As we get closer to November 2024, it is harder and harder to avoid. Now, while you may not think of math as a course that intersects with political topics, teachers may find it coming up in many ways. So for this episode we gathered a panel of educators to give us advice on this, addressing the question: Should politics be avoided in math class?Follow Dee Crescitelli on Social Media:

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Debate 33 - Is NCTM Worth It?

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2024/09/19

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, or NCTM, is the world's largest mathematics education organization. While many math teachers are members of this organization and may attend its national conference, others do not. Maybe you are someone who has wondered whether or not to join? We wanted to explore this idea more in our latest debate: Is an NCTM membership worthwhile?Follow Desiree Harrison on all platforms: @KidsmathtalkFollow Bobson Wong on Twitter/BlueSky/Instagram:

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Hot Seat #4 - Is Data Science a Rigorous Course?

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2024/08/22

For our final “Hot Seat” of 2024, we wanted to lean into the topic of data science. It’s starting to become a course offered in high schools, but some may wonder if it is a rigorous pathway for students. Is Calculus still the most rigorous course for high school students? We want to hear from our guests from DataScience4Everyone, asking them:Is Data Science as rigorous as any other advanced math course?Follow Lee Ellen Harmer via LinkedIn or on Twitter: @LeeEllenHarmerFollow Mahmoud Harding via

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Hot Seat #3 - Are Problem-Based Lessons Essential?

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2024/08/08

Do you know what Problem-Based Lessons are? And more importantly, do you think they are important? For this Hot Seat, we hear from educators Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr on why they think: Problem Based Lessons are Essential.Follow the Make Math Moments PodcastCheck out Problem-Based Lessons on: makemathmoments.comTake the report at makemathmoments.com/reportFollow Kyle on Twitter: @MathletePearceFollow Jon on Twitter: @MrOrr_geekListened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our Twitter:

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57:15

Hot Seat #2 - Is It OK to Quit Teaching?

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2024/07/17

For this next Hot Seat debate, we talk about the complicated decision to leave education. With many teachers leaving or considering leaving the profession, we brought on two former educators–Laila Nur & Justin Aion–to debate the question: Is it OK to quit teaching?Follow Laila on Twitter: @mslailanur or check out her website: www.mslailanur.comFollow Justin on Twitter: @JustinAion Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to share your thoughts

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Hot Seat #1 - Is Math Dead?

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2024/07/03

Welcome to our very first Hot Seat debate! In this debate we hear from Sunil Singh and explore his idea that: Math is Dead!Follow Sunil on Twitter: @MathgardenCheck out Sunil’s Website: www.mathsings.comListened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us

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Debate 28 - A 4-Day School Week?

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2024/06/13

You may have heard news of schools and districts that are switching to a 4 day school week. There are claims of improved teacher retention or reduced costs. However, this is a highly debated topic. So we invited four guests to share their thoughts on the debate: Let's Switch to a 4-Day School Week!Resources Referenced in this EpisodeFollow Jodie on Twitter or LinkedIn: @BaileyJodie Follow Shelby on Twitter or LinkedIn: @SneffleupagusFollow Brandon on Twitter or LinkedIn: @MrRob7234Follow Hilary

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Debate 27 - The Science of Math?

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2024/05/02

Have you heard of the Science of Math? It is a movement in the math education world, which aims to use research to inform best practices. However, there has been some push back to this movement. Critics question what and how research was quoted and used. This controversy sounded like a topic for the Debate Math Podcast. Come hear out both sides! Resources Referenced in this EpisodeRead more about the Science of Math movement on their website: thescienceofmath.comFollow Sarah Powell on Twitter &

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Debate 26 - 2 LIVE Debates!

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2024/03/28

This month's episode is a special recording of two LIVE debates at the OMCA 2024 Retreat. Listen as thoughtful math leaders discuss two topics and answer questions from the audience!The first topic is:We need to have common evaluations.The second debate topic is:Teachers spend too much time on direct instruction.Follow up with our debaters:Follow Angela Schaefer on Twitter: @SchaeferAngFollow Cherry Perentesis on Twitter: @CPerentesisFollow Kelly Madigan on Twitter: @kmads03Follow Stephen

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Debate 25 - Should You Follow the Textbook?

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2024/02/22

Let’s talk about textbooks! Some teachers are handed a textbook and are instructed to follow it. Others may have never had a textbook offered to them. If you are given a textbook, should you be following it? And how much? And if you don’t have one, should you start? Tune in as four thoughtful educators debate the resolution: Teachers should follow the textbook.Resources Referenced in this EpisodeThe book Pi of Life was mentioned. Graspable Math Open Middle Math Same But Different Math Which One

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Episode 300

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2024/01/30

Welcome to Season 3!Listen in as Chris & Rob talk about the upcoming season!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

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Episode 24 - Bringing Joy to Math Class!

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2023/12/07

We wanted to end the year by bringing together a few of our guests from past debates for a roundtable to reflect on the past debates and also engage in a discussion around the question: How do we bring joy to math class? With politics around education and teaching so often turning negative in the news, we wanted to talk more about joy with our guests. And we hope it will lead to an enlightening discussion with our group today.Resources Referenced in this EpisodeEssay: The Having of Wonderful

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Episode 23 - What is the BEST Standard of Math Practice?

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2023/11/02

If you know the Common Core, then you have probably seen the 8 Standards of Math Practice (or SMPs as we refer to them). Here at the DebateMath podcast, we are HUGE fans of SMP#3 - Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. But we wanted to take some time to highlight some of the other SMPs. So we reached out to educators asking for their favorites, asking: What is the best SMP?Resources Referenced in this EpisodeFollow Paige on Twitter & Mathstadon: @MrsSheehanMath Follow

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Episode 22 - Ditch Geometry

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2023/10/05

Earlier this season we had a lovely debate on whether or not to Ditch Algebra 2. During that debate, our four guests tangentially expressed four very different viewpoints on Geometry. We thought it would be a great idea to get these guests back together to hear more of their thoughts on Geometry. Should we keep it? Is it important? We want to dig deeper into this with our debate. So, we have 2 teams of 2 debating the resolution: Ditch Geometry.Resources Referenced in this EpisodeFollow Kit on

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