Tag: Middle School Mathematics

Conceptual Learning, Concrete Pictorial Abstract, Math Talk, Mathematical Environments, Middle School Mathematics, Number Sense

Middle School Digital Mathematics Digital SUMmit

Emily Kappel

Welcome!! I am truly thrilled you’re here. For 5 years I have co-hosted the K-5 Digital Number Sense SUMmit with my friend and colleague Kristin Hilty. This year, I have had the honor of working with more teachers in grades 6, 7, 8, and Algebra 1 teachers. I listened to feedback from teachers and administrators… Continue reading Middle School Digital Mathematics Digital SUMmit

Elementary Math, Math Talk, Number Sense, Pedagogy, Vocabulary

What is a mathematician?

Emily Kappel

To be honest, if you asked 100 different people you may get 100 different answers. What is a mathematician? For me this is a simple question. For students, this is quite tricky. At the start of every school year, for the past 9 or so years, I have given this question to each of my… Continue reading What is a mathematician?