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Reimagining Math Instruction with Rob Baier: Debates, Reasoning, and Deeper Mathematical Understanding
Episode 18 Description: In this episode of Math Universally Speaking, host Ron Martiello explores how educators can move beIn this episode of Math Universally Speaking, Ron Martiello sits down with math educator and DebateMath co-host Rob Baier to explore how debate, reasoning, and student voice can transform math instruction. Rob shares his journey from district…
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Beyond The Answer: How to Elicit Student Thinking in Math
Episode 17 Description: In this episode of Math Universally Speaking, host Ron Martiello explores how educators can move beyond the myth of answer-getting and design math classrooms that value reasoning, reflection, and resilience. Drawing from Principles to Actions (NCTM, 2014) and his co-authored book Conquering Math Myths with Universal Design, Ron shares practical ways to…
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Designing for Every Learner: Universal Design for Learning and AI with Beth Stark
Episode 16 Description: In this episode of Math Universally Speaking, Ron Martiello sits down with educator and innovator Beth Stark to explore how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) transforms teaching and empowers every student to thrive. Together, they discuss how thoughtful design — not rigid routines — helps teachers overcome barriers, honor learner variability, and…
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Building Belonging in Math: Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms
Episode 15 Description: In this episode of Math Universally Speaking, Ron Martiello sits down with Sarah Noland, a special education math specialist from Maryland, to explore how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) can transform math instruction. Sarah shares her expertise in supporting students with disabilities, aligning IEP goals with the Standards for Mathematical Practice, and…
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Co-Teaching Strategies with Kate Small from empowerEd
Episode 14 Description: In this special episode of Math Universally Speaking, Ron reconnects with his former colleague and friend, Kate Small—an experienced educator, consultant, and passionate advocate for inclusive education. Kate’s background spans teaching in both general and special education, serving as an instructional coach, and working in administration before moving into national consulting. Now,…
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Building a Positive Math Culture – 5 Ways to Inspire the Problem-Solvers of Tomorrow
Episode 13 Description: In this episode of Math Universally Speaking, host Ron Martiello explores how to build a positive math culture that inspires students to see themselves as capable problem-solvers. Drawing on five practical tips—holding high expectations, coaching precision, embracing struggle, positioning students as partners, and making time for reflection—Ron shows how teachers can shape…
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Don’t Give Up the Ship: A Journey Toward Collective Teacher Efficacy
In this episode of Math Universally Speaking, Ron Martiello challenges the tendency to abandon high-level math instruction when analyzing achievement scores from the previous year. Using his experiences as a former principal and current instructional coach, Ron shares options for collective schoolwide actions that keep all learners engaged, supported, and on course—without lowering expectations. Discover…
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Pam Brett Helps Us View Math with a New Perspective
In Episode 11 of Math Universally Speaking, host Ron Martiello converses with Pam Brett about identity and equity in math education. Pam discusses her podcast, The Blue Glasses Math Podcast, emphasizing the importance of challenging stereotypes and affirming that every student deserves access to math. The episode inspires educators to lead with passion and high…
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Situations Matter – Understanding the Structure of Word Problems (Part 2)
Description: Situations Matter – Understanding the Structure of Word Problems (Part 2) In Part 2 of our problem-solving series, we dive into how to support students in grades 3–5 with multiplication and division word problems. We unpack the three key situation types—Equal Groups, Arrays, and Multiplicative Comparison—and explore how to set clear goals, provide scaffolds,…
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Dr. Jenna Mancini Rufo-Conquering Math Myths With Universal Design
Description: Dr. Jenna Mancini Rufo-Conquering Math Myths With Universal Design In this special episode of Math Universally Speaking, host Ron Martiello sits down with co-author Dr. Jenna Rufo to reflect on their collaboration on Conquering Math Myths with Universal Design. Together, they unpack the inspiration behind the book, share personal stories from the field, and…
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