Mailbag I: Choosing math resources and handling mixed classes with Jon Regino

In this special two-part Chalk & Talk mailbag episode, Anna Stokke is joined by Jonathan Regino, Pre-K–12 Supervisor of Math at Interboro School District, to answer questions submitted by listeners.

Together, they answer questions from teachers and parents about math resources, explicit instruction, teaching mixed ability classes, supporting advanced learners, and more. Drawing on their experience in mathematics education, Anna and Jonathan share practical, evidence-informed insights for teachers and school leaders looking to improve student outcomes.

This is Part 1 of a two-part listener Q&A special.

This episode is available in video at www.youtube.com/@chalktalk-stokke

Virtual assistant to help you get answers from past Chalk & Talk episodes: https://notebooklm.google.com/notebook/c97a098a-7c1f-4e80-aa02-0ff73164b8e8

TIMESTAMPS

[00:00:22] Introduction
[00:03:35] Saxon Math and Singapore Math
[00:09:59] Recommended books for math teachers
[00:13:28] Difference between Direct Instruction and direct instruction
[00:16:10] Resources for preparing students for algebra
[00:18:10] Tips for introducing evidenced-based instruction to colleagues
[00:26:27] Teaching mixed ability classes
[00:28:39] Teaching advanced students
[00:31:14] Resources for advanced students
[00:33:42] Ability grouping and mixed ability classrooms
[00:36:05] Flexible ability grouping
[00:39:32] Final thoughts

RESOURCES
https://www.annastokke.com/resources/ep-73-resources

EPISODE TRANSCRIPT
https://www.annastokke.com/transcripts/ep-73-transcript

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