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Quiz Conversations: Turning Assessments Into Heated Math Discussions

By Math Medic | March 23, 2026

Learn a new protocol for structuring quiz days and the profound impact this routine can have on student learning.

Assessment vs. Evaluation

By Sarah Stecher | February 16, 2026

Do the differences matter? We think so!

Unpacking Productive Struggle (Part 2)

By Sarah Stecher | January 26, 2026

Practical tips for knowing when and how to help students navigate productive struggle.

Unpacking Productive Struggle (Part 1)

By Sarah Stecher | January 19, 2026

Beyond posters and slogans: understanding productive struggle and why it matters.

Revisiting and Refining Classroom Norms

By Sarah Stecher | January 5, 2026

Tools to make sure old norms are still being upheld and strategies for introducing some new ones.

EFFL in Action: How Math Medic Lessons Sparked Curiosity and Confidence in College Algebra

By Math Medic | November 11, 2025

Read about how a community college math professor went all-in on EFFL and the impact it had!

How to Amp up Your Lesson Debrief

By Sarah Stecher | November 3, 2025

Tips for facilitating a debrief for maximum impact.

10 Questions to Liven Up Your Math Classroom

By Sarah Stecher | November 1, 2025

Questions to open up discussion, extend students’ thinking, and help students consolidate their learning.

Using Multiple Choice as a Springboard for Discussion

By Math Medic | October 20, 2025

Learn about a new way for grading multiple choice that encourages student discussion and learning.

Experience First, Formalize Later: A Research-Based Framework for High-Impact Math Instruction

By Math Medic | October 3, 2025

Explore the research that supports the EFFL model and download an executive summary to share with others.