Get More Math Podcast
The Get More Math Podcast is a specialized podcast created for teachers by teachers. We are passionate about helping students gain mastery and retention in mathematics. We provide the tools and resources to help teachers teach their students well. As we've shifted into remote learning environments, we want to be part of the conversation on implementing learning strategies and encouraging teachers.
Episodes
23 episodes
"Why does GMM work like that?!" - GMM FAQs with Josh Britton
In this special episode of the podcast, Josh Britton answers some of the most common questions we get about the program. Starting with the motivation to build the program in the first place, he explores the rationale behind the way the program ...
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43:46
Turn Learning Loss to Learning Recovery with Get More Math - A conversation with Josh Britton
In this special episode of the Get More Math podcast, one of our trainers and former school administrator, Jennifer Axtens sits down with Josh Britton to discuss the current hot topic, learning loss.What is learning loss? Why a...
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37:19
The Best of Season 3
In this final episode of 2020, we revisit some of our favorite moments from season 3. Have a story you'd like to share on the podcast? Contact me (Robbie) at rbrown@getmoremath.com to share how GMM has impacted your classroom. We hope y...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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35:53
Can you say "I love my job" in the middle of a pandemic?
In this episode of the Get More Math podcast, Josh chats with Rita Sponenburg about how after 18 years of teaching math, the pandemic finally forced her to switch to a flipped classroom. That coupled with Get More Math, Rita is able...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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40:53
When Students Ask their School Board to Keep Using GMM with Christa Oeder & Erika Hale
In this episode of the Get More Math podcast, Josh is joined by two math teachers from Daniel Boone High School in Gray, Tennessee. Listen as both teachers explain how they have adjusted to the difficulties of remote teaching and how thei...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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47:26
How to Utilize Get More Math to Replace Daily Homework with Nichole Snyder
Imagine a world where you didn’t have to check homework every day. Sounds pretty great, right?! Listen to this episode with 6th-grade math teacher, Nichole Snyder as she and Josh discuss the ease of replacing dated homework tactics with time-sa...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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37:06
How Getting Comfortable with Making Mistakes Builds Confidence with Mandy Beck
In this episode of the Get More Math Podcast, we are sharing a delightful conversation between veteran GMM user, Mandy Beck, and Josh Britton. Mandy shares how she values accuracy over points gained and how starting with the basics is key for s...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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32:29
Giving Students what they need to be able to Succeed with Lari Gallaher
In this episode, Lari Gallaher shares how Get More Math has been especially useful in her remote classroom as she navigates education in the COVID era. Lari describes her “Flashback Fridays” and how she uses a “Mixed Review Sandwich” which clos...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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32:49
The Benefits of Student Personalization with Tiffany Smith
In this episode, we’re hearing from a long-time Get More Math user, Tiffany Smith. As a high school Algebra teacher, she’s seen a dramatic change in students as more and more grade levels in her district utilize the program. Additionally,...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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32:24
How One Teacher Turned his Math Classes Around in One Year Using Get More Math w
In this episode, hear from Texas Teacher, Cody Kirkland. Through using Get More Math in his middle school classroom, Cody was able to change the overall landscape of how his students approached learning math. Bringing his energy and drive to th...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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28:58
New School Year, New Season of the Get More Math Podcast!
We are back with a brand new season of the Get More Math Podcast focusing on sharing stories from real teachers who are seeing real results in their classrooms! We are kicking off this season by hearing from 2 Get More Math team members, Erica ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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25:06
Get More Math from the Start: One Teacher’s Solution For Math Retention
We're turning the tables this episode and putting Get More Math Podcast host, Josh Britton, in the hot seat! In this episode, Josh peels back the curtain and gives us a behind-the-scenes look during his teaching career and what prompted him to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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43:34
Bringing Kindness, Excellence, and Curiosity into the Classroom: An Exit Interview with 40-Year Math Teacher Brenda Lynch
In this unique episode, we're hearing from a 40-year classroom teacher veteran, Brenda Lynch. Brenda shares her stories with us, how the education landscape has changed over time and gives some great advice for new teachers who are just beginni...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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44:45
Enabling Student Discovery in the Classroom with Jay Meadows
In this episode, listen to a riveting conversation between Get More Math founder and podcast host, Josh Britton, and Jay Meadows. During Jay's time in the classroom, his teaching philosophy was to never give any answers but empower his students...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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44:33
Interleaving in Math with Anne Agostinelli
In this episode, we're having a conversation with math teacher and coach, Anne Agostinelli, focusing on the concept of Interleaving in Math. Anne and Josh go back and forth defining interleaving, how she's implemented interleaving in her lesson...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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42:38
Round Table on Math Education From Robin, Shelly and Jeff from the Get More Math Team
In the finale of season one, you’ll hear a round table discussion with founder, Josh Britton, and 3 Get More Math team members: Robin, Shelly and Jeff. While we cover a lot of ground in this discussion, what is most evident is the heart for see...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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40:07
How Teachers Can Support Students’ Mental Health with Monique Nelson
In this episode, Josh speaks with School Counselor, Monique Nelson. We wanted to have a dialogue specifically about student and teacher mental health as we begin wrapping up the 2019-2020 school year. Monique gives us great insight on helping s...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:31
The Importance of Boundaries and Self Care with Tara Crebs
In this episode Math Teacher, Tara Crebs, shares with us how she's adapting her strategies to fit the needs of her students. She is doing her best to engage and encourage her students during this time as well as implementing self-care to preven...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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38:37
Keeping Perspective and Enthusiasm in the Virtual Classroom with Jeff Swarr
Get ready for a pep talk from our friend, Math Teacher, and Coach, Jeff Swarr! During this episode, Jeff walks us through his core teaching principles of meeting each student where they are and always putting relationships first. Jeff an...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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41:37
The Challenges of Engaging Students new to Distance Education with Ed Pelfrey
This episode is from the perspective of a high school administrator, Ed Pelfrey. Like all of us, Mr. Pelfrey has never had to quickly create a distance learning system before. In his interview with Josh, Mr. Pelfrey shares with us how his stude...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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29:06
Individualizing the Education Experience in Distance Learning with Joan Shearman
In this episode of the Get More Math podcast, you’ll hear a candid conversation with educator Joan Shearman. With 33 years of classroom experience under her belt, Joan is continuing to try new ways to connect with her students during the COVID ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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37:14
Keeping Up The Teacher-Student Relationship During COVID-19
We’re all making adjustments during the COVID-19 crisis, especially schools. No matter how long a teacher has taught in a classroom, distance learning on this scale is a first in our lifetime. In this episode, you’ll listen in on a discussion w...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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31:00