Redesigning Struggle in the Classroom to Foster Doers of Mathematics
This workshop at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Regional Conference in New Orleans, started out with an overview of productive struggle incorporating research on the shame-pride axis and equitable mathematics teaching. The teachers were shown how to reposition struggle, minimize shame, and foster students identifying themselves as doers of mathematics; ending with a brainstorming session on five strategies. In addition we showed some data from a study that demonstrated the importance of teachers in fostering productive relationships with mathematics.
Cook, C., Amidon, J., & Monroe, A. (February, 2022). Redesigning Struggle in the Classroom to Foster Doers of Mathematics. Session at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Regional Conference. New Orleans, LA.
