EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 25 MIN
The Division Rule that EVERY Teacher Misses
from Tier 1 Interventions · host Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer
💡 Every Student Deserves to Understand DivisionDiscover how story, movement, and strategy come together to make division finally click, even for students with IEPs. This Tier 1 Interventions episode reveals how simple shifts create massive breakthroughs.📘 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeIn today’s episode, Jonily Zupancic completes her hands-on demonstration of division, showing how to turn a confusing concept into something tangible and teachable. We’ll explore how multisensory math, brain-based learning, and collaborative Tier 1 strategies can support all learners, not just those flagged for intervention.Whether you’re an OT, special educator, or general ed teacher, this episode equips you with practical tools to activate patterns in the brain and unlock student confidence.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS (Chapters)00:00 Welcome + What to Expect01:06 Jonily reviews division models 03:45 Storytelling through the Locker Problem 07:25 Visual strategies that stick 10:45 Movement and rhythm for memory 14:10 What Tier 1 looks like in action 18:30 Applying this across grade levels 21:20 Final thoughts + next steps 24:45 Outro: Mastery in motion 🎯 Ready to Change Math Outcomes in 90 Days?👉 Join our free masterclass for school leaders, teachers, and occupational therapists: https://disabilitylabs.com/live-webinar/freemasterclass/register🎁 Download your free Intervention Toolkit (must be logged in to download): https://disabilitylabs.com/43857/files/6887de9b124d7_1753734811_division-cycles-h-and-l-notes-extended.pdf🎧 Prefer to Listen On the Go?Listen to Tier 1 Interventions on your favorite podcast app: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/72Wmq8ddduGz4eUMK7LVIy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-interventions/id1729403599?uo=4Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/89f67d1a-98b5-4592-a53c-8f4acb3d8029🔗 Let’s Stay Connected🌐 Website: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-bundle 📧 Disability Labs Community: https://disabilitylabs.com/community/3d-learning-lounge-1🎙️ Credits + Tools UsedHost: Cheri Dotterer: https://disabilitylabs.com/Co-Host: Jonily Zupancic https://jonily.com/Editor: Descript https://get.descript.com/o65ijk89xtcrGraphics: Canva https://www.canva.com/Audio Equipment: Samson Q2U https://www.amazon.com/Samson-Handheld-Microphone-Recording-Podcasting/dp/B001R747SG Scarlet Solo https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Solo-Audio-Interface/dp/B0C5JSHP7MTranscription & Captions: Descript https://get.descript.com/o65ijk89xtcrProduction: Disability Labs Podcast Network https://disabilitylabs.com/🧠 Resources Mentioned🍕 The Pizza Problem → https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/the-pizza-problem🧩 120-Chart Printable → https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/120-chart-course🏗️ The Locker Problem → https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/locker-problem⚠️ Disclaimer: The content shared in this video is for educational purposes only and does not replace your district’s policies or individualized education plans. Always consult with your instructional team before implementing new strategies.🏷️ Hashtags#Tier1Interventions #MathIntervention #DivisionStrategies #SpecialEducation #MTSS #NeurodiverseLearning #jonily #cheri
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💡 Every Student Deserves to Understand DivisionDiscover how story, movement, and strategy come together to make division finally click, even for students with IEPs. This Tier 1 Interventions episode reveals how simple shifts create massive breakthroughs.📘 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeIn today’s episode, Jonily Zupancic completes her hands-on demonstration of division, showing how to turn a confusing concept into something tangible and teachable. We’ll explore how multisensory math, brain-based learning, and collaborative Tier 1 strategies can support all learners, not just those flagged for intervention.Whether you’re an OT, special educator, or general ed teacher, this episode equips you with practical tools to activate patterns in the brain and unlock student confidence.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS (Chapters)00:00 Welcome + What to Expect01:06 Jonily reviews division models 03:45 Storytelling through the Locker Problem 07:25 Visual strategies that stick 10:45 Movement and rhythm for memory 14:10 What Tier 1 looks like in action 18:30 Applying this across grade levels 21:20 Final thoughts + next steps 24:45 Outro: Mastery in motion 🎯 Ready to Change Math Outcomes in 90 Days?👉 Join our free masterclass for school leaders, teachers, and occupational therapists: https://disabilitylabs.com/live-webinar/freemasterclass/register🎁 Download your free Intervention Toolkit (must be logged in to download): https://disabilitylabs.com/43857/files/6887de9b124d7_1753734811_division-cycles-h-and-l-notes-extended.pdf🎧 Prefer to Listen On the Go?Listen to Tier 1 Interventions on your favorite podcast app: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/72Wmq8ddduGz4eUMK7LVIy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-interventions/id1729403599?uo=4Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/89f67d1a-98b5-4592-a53c-8f4acb3d8029🔗 Let’s Stay Connected🌐 Website: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-bundle 📧 Disability Labs Community: https://disabilitylabs.com/community/3d-learning-lounge-1🎙️ Credits + Tools UsedHost: Cheri Dotterer: https://disabilitylabs.com/Co-Host: Jonily Zupancic https://jonily.com/Editor: Descript https://get.descript.com/o65ijk89xtcrGraphics: Canva https://www.canva.com/Audio Equipment: Samson Q2U https://www.amazon.com/Samson-Handheld-Microphone-Recording-Podcasting/dp/B001R747SG Scarlet Solo https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Solo-Audio-Interface/dp/B0C5JSHP7MTranscription & Captions: Descript https://get.descript.com/o65ijk89xtcrProduction: Disability Labs Podcast Network https://disabilitylabs.com/🧠 Resources Mentioned🍕 The Pizza Problem → https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/the-pizza-problem🧩 120-Chart Printable → https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/120-chart-course🏗️ The Locker Problem → https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/locker-problem⚠️ Disclaimer: The content shared in this video is for educational purposes only and does not replace your district’s policies or individualized education plans. Always consult with your instructional team before implementing new strategies.🏷️ Hashtags#Tier1Interventions #MathIntervention #DivisionStrategies #SpecialEducation #MTSS #NeurodiverseLearning #jonily #cheri
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