Gina and Chuck dive into the idea of training students as math coaches—empowering learners to guide and support one another through questions, hints, and encouragement. Hear how peer coaching can transform classroom culture and foster leadership in every student.

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What happens when students create their own math problems? Gina and Chuck discuss the benefits of student-authored tasks and how this practice strengthens conceptual understanding, creativity, and ownership of learning. Learn how to help students become true “math makers.”

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In this episode, Gina and Chuck explore the impact of student-driven math talk—how giving students the floor to explain, question, and reason out loud helps deepen understanding and build confidence in math. Discover strategies to turn everyday lessons into meaningful math conversations.