About this episode
Motivating and Challenging Students with Tom Rainbow
Join us as we explore strategies for motivating and challenging students in maths.
In this episode, we are joined by Tom Rainbow @CoreMathsTom to explore strategies for motivating and challenging students in maths. We discuss helping students become more aware of their knowledge gaps, modelling thinking in the classroom, and the importance of embedding problem-solving into lessons. Other topics include balancing teacher-led instruction with student exploration, planning effective lessons as a new teacher, and how a school’s vision for maths shapes classroom practices. We share practical techniques, like using “I wonder” and “I notice” statements, to foster engagement and curiosity.
Useful links
Ken Robinson’s TED talk – Do schools kill creativity?
Our intro/outro was produced by a talented young creative – check out his Soundcloud.