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EPISODE · Jul 6, 2026 · 16 MIN

Strategic Instruction: Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers (Part 4)

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Send us Fan MailWhen do you actually teach in a student-centered math classroom?Teacher friend... if you've ever wondered that, you're not alone.In Part 4 of the Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers series, we're talking all about Strategic Instruction—the teaching moves that happen because of what your students show you.We'll unpack why student-centered instruction absolutely includes direct instruction... just not the way many of us were taught. Instead of teaching what's next because the curriculum says so, you'll learn how to notice student thinking, decide what matters most, and teach with purpose.In this episode, we'll chat about:Why strategic instruction is a response, not a lessonHow to use student thinking to guide your next teaching moveWhere direct instruction fits in a classroom of problem solversA simple framework for making your teaching more intentionalBecause here's the truth...The best lessons don't always start with your lesson plan.They start with what your students show you. 📘 Learn more about Word Problem Workshop:https://monamath.com/wordproblemworkshop📚 Get the book, Word Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers Get it here using code WORKSHOP25 for 25% off & free shipping 🎧 Listen to more Math Chat Podcast episodes:https://monamath.com/podcast📩 Free teacher resources:https://monamath.com/5questionsFollow along for more elementary math teaching ideas:Instagram: @hellomonamath

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Send us Fan Mail When do you actually teach in a student-centered math classroom? Teacher friend... if you've ever wondered that, you're not alone. In Part 4 of the Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers series, we're talking all about Strategic Instruction—the teaching moves that happen because of what your students show you. We'll unpack why student-centered instruction absolutely includes direct instruction... just not the way many of us were taught. Instead of teaching what's next becaus...

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