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Spark powerful math conversations in your classroom with these free mathematical discourse resources.
Math shouldn’t always be quiet! Why? Because when students transform their mathematics learning and thinking into words, they dramatically expand their ability to think critically about math, develop higher-order thinking skills, and apply their knowledge to new and novel math situations.
Download these free resources on mathematical discourse, and learn best practices that can be used to create a classroom environment that fosters rich mathematical discussions.
Discourse Cards: Questions and Sentence Starters to Encourage Mathematical Conversations
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Planning and Leading Mathematical Discourse
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Planning and Leading Mathematical Discourse
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Data Chat: Tips for Discussing Data with Leaders, Teachers, and Students
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Integrating Effective Teaching Practices
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Fostering Student Engagement in the Mathematical Practices
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Orchestrating Mathematical Discourse to Enhance Student Learning
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Selecting and Sequencing Student Solutions
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Culturally Responsive Mathematics Teaching
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Recognizing Misconceptions as Opportunities for Learning with Understanding
Spanish Discourse Cards: Questions and Sentence Starters to Encourage Math Conversations
Math Discourse Activities: Grades K–5
Math Discourse Activities: Grades 6–8
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Top 5 Benefits of Rich Math Tasks
7 Effective Strategies to Support Math Discourse in Your Classroom
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Power Sentence Starters and Questions to Drive Mathematical Discourse
Mathematics Discourse for English Learners
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