Teaching the Language of Math with Dr. Randy Palisoc

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti speaks with Dr. Randy Palisoc, a passionate educator known for his innovative approach to teaching math. Dr. Palisoc shares his experiences and strategies for making math easy for students, focusing on the importance of understanding math as a language. They discuss Dr. Palisoc's background, including his work at Synergy Academies, the development of the Core Advantage Math Fluency System, and his current role at James Jordan Middle School. The conversation also covers the challenges of teaching math, the significance of consistent language in math instruction, and the impact of professional development. 00:00 Introduction 01:53 The Language of Math 05:01 Visual Learning Techniques 05:54 Challenges and Solutions in Curriculum Development 08:41 From Classroom to Charter School Leadership 09:34 Implementing Consistent Language in Math Instruction 16:54 Remedial Programs and Student Progress 22:09 Balancing Procedural and Conceptual Learning 24:28 Advice for Teachers 26:14 Conclusion and Contact Information Get in touch with Randy: [email protected] or [email protected] MathFluency.com linkedin.com/randypalisoc/ Math isn't hard, it's a language | Randy Palisoc | TEDxManhattanBeach (youtube.com) This podcast sponsored by: The Bell Ringer, a weekly newsletter providing news, tools, and resources on the science of learning, written by education reporter Holly Korbey. Subscribe here.