038. Talk Moves for Deep and Active Discussions

Meaningful Math

When we ask better questions, students want to share their thinking more often, which is great... until conversations become chaotic or one-sided. That’s where Talk Moves come in.

In this episode, we explore how Talk Moves can help create more respectful and productive math discussions in your classroom. You’ll learn how to use simple, intentional teacher prompts to guide students in explaining their thinking, responding to each other, and participating more thoughtfully.

We’ll break down a set of powerful strategies you can start using right away, along with tips for teaching them explicitly and building a classroom culture where all students feel heard. Whether your math talks need more structure or you just want to strengthen student discourse, this episode will give you the tools to build stronger, more confident conversations.

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