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Choose the Right Contexts for Linear Systems
Help your students deepen their understanding of linear systems by choosing contexts that highlight the math without complicating it.

Lindsey Gallas


Build deeper understanding of lines through contexts
Spark students' intuitive understanding of slope and linear relationships through contextual questions.

Lindsey Gallas


A Full EFFL Lesson in One Class Period
Are you having trouble getting through a full lesson in one class period? Here are some tips to make you more efficient.

Luke Wilcox


Using Question Structures to Write Assessments
Write your own higher-level thinking questions with intentionality and efficiency.

Sarah Stecher


Mix Up Your Verbs
Assess deeper understanding by varying your verbs. This blog post covers three categories of verbs and how to write questions for each level

Sarah Stecher


Setting the Stage for a Successful New School Year
A collection of our favorite tasks, resources, and activities to start the school year off right!

Sarah Stecher


How to Use a Math Medic Answer Key
Math Medic answer keys are not just for solutions and correct answers. They are meant to be the official guide to teaching the lesson.

Luke Wilcox


How Do We Assign Homework?
We explain some of our philosophy around homework, with links to several resources you can use to create your homework assignments.

Sarah Stecher


Experience First, Formalize Later (EFFL)
Experience First, Formalize Later means students construct understanding before the teacher introduces definitions and formulas.

Lindsey Gallas
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