Fishtank Learning Blog
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The Problem with Some Problems
May 20, 2020
Math teachers know that not all problems are great problems. The not-so-great problems might lack clarity, fail to engage the skills they're meant to target, or demonstrate cultural tone-deafness. Take a look at how 5 problems went from “so-so” to “spot-on”.
What Teach for America Taught Us
May 06, 2020
Three members of the Fishtank curriculum team spent their formative teaching years as Teach for America corps members. Here they share the high points, the struggles, and how their time in the classroom informs their approach to creating the Fishtank curriculum.
Supporting Independent Math Work
April 30, 2020 Kate Gasaway
10 tips to help you build independent math assignments that make remote learning more like in-class learning.
Fishtank (Remote) Teacher Spotlight: Alyssa Mayer
April 23, 2020
Our Fishtank Teacher Spotlight with Alyssa Mayer, who teaches 5th grade at Booker T. Washington STEM Academy in Champaign, Illinois. Like many teachers across the country, Alyssa is currently teaching her class remotely while her school is closed, in accordance with the state’s stay-at-home order.
Engaging with Earth Day—Even If You Don’t Teach Science
April 14, 2020
Earth Day is April 22nd. Explore ways to incorporate lessons about climate change into your classroom.
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