

DebateMath Podcast
Chris Luzniak & Rob Baier
Welcome to the DebateMath Podcast, the show where we’re redefining what it means to debate in mathematics & education, where multiple sides of ideas are explored, evidence matters, and we all grow and learn from hearing each other.We know the world–and our classrooms–are not binary. So we lean into the gray area in our discussions. We invite on guests with differing viewpoints on the way math is taught, and listen in as they debate with each other.Come dig into any debate, where we listen to learn, not to prove someone wrong, but to deepen our understanding.
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Apr 7, 2022 • 47min
Debate 4 - Is a Hotdog a Sandwich?
Text us your thoughts!Is a hotdog a sandwich? Does it matter what is inside? What if there is only one piece of bread? Is a hug a sandwich? Listen as our two father-daughter teams hope to sway you on the definition of a sandwich as they debate: Is a Hotdog a Sandwich?Resources Referenced in this Episode:Kyle and Jon created Make Math Moments Kyle and Jon host Making Math Moments podcastMakemathmoments on twitterFollow Jon on Twitter: @MrOrr_geek Math Before Bed - https://mathbeforebed.com/ Mr Orr is a Geek - https://mrorr-isageek.com/ Follow Kyle on Twitter: @MathletePearceMath is Visual - https://mathisvisual.com/ Tap into Teen Minds - https://tapintoteenminds.com/ Make Math Moments Facebook GroupJustin Aion (@JustinAion) and Shelby Strong (@Sneffleupagus) Christopher Danielson @Trianglemancsd and Megan Parise Schmidt @Veganmathbeagle often seen in #sandwichchatExamples on luzniak.comLearn more about Chris’s debates from his Grassroots Workshops Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!**Go to luzniak.com/podcast to get information about how to make debate a part of your math classroom!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Mar 3, 2022 • 33min
Debate 3 - Let Them Use Notes
Text us your thoughts!Should students be allowed to use notes on a math test? Listen as two teams of students debate the pros and cons of using notes on tests. What is fair to have on a notecard? What types of assessments should have notes? Our guests hope to help you answer these questions as they debate this episode’s resolution: Let Them Use Notes!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Feb 3, 2022 • 56min
Debate 2 - Stop Making Students Memorize Math
Text us your thoughts!Should students be asked to memorize in math class? Listen as two teams of two–with Dr. Mandi Tolen, Dr. Raj Shah, Liesl McConchie, and Geoff Krall–debate the purpose and reality of memorization. How much or what should you have your students memorize? Our guests hope to help you answer that question as they debate this episode’s resolution: Stop making students memorize math!Resources Referenced in this Episode:Building Fact Fluency by Graham Fletcher and Tracy Johnston Zager Prime Climb game - Math for LoveFollow Dr. Mandi Tolen on Twitter: @MandiTolenEDU. Websites: Make Math Not Suck & Infinitely TeachingFollow Dr. Raj Shah on Twitter:@drrajshah, Websites: DrRajShah.com & Math Plus AcademyFollow Liesl McConchie on Twitter: @LieslMcconchie, Website: Math with the Brain in MindFollow Geoff Krall on Twitter: @geoffkrall, Website: Emergent MathBoth Raj & Liesl mentioned their courses on Grassroots WorkshopsGeoff Krall mentioned his book Necessary ConditionsListened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Jan 27, 2022 • 33min
Debate 1 - The Great Trapezoid Debate
Text us your thoughts!Welcome to the Great Trapezoid Debate! Listen as Zak Champagne and Shelby Strong debate the definition of a trapezoid. Are you #TeamInclusive or #TeamExclusive? Our guests dive into the details of the geometric definitions of quadrilaterals and discuss the importance of spending time in the nuance. See our YouTube Channel for the video version of this episode!Resources Referenced in this Episode:Chris Luzniak’s book Up for Debate! An explanation of Oxford Style debate structureBerkeley Everett and his #TeamInclusive/#TeamExclusive shirts.NCTM Trapezoid Debate SessionFollow Shelby on Twitter: @StrongerMath or @Sneffleupagus. Website: https://www.strongermath.com/ Follow Zak on Twitter: @zakchamp, Website: www.zakchamp.comListened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to vote! Go to our Twitter: @DebateMathPod to cast a vote.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

Jan 20, 2022 • 15min
Episode 0 - DebateMath Podcast: What to Expect?
Text us your thoughts!Welcome to the #DebateMath Podcast! Before our first episodes air, we wanted to take a moment to introduce ourselves and share the ideas behind this podcast. Tune in to hear all about our plans and goals. We have an exciting season ahead!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMathPod or going to debatemath.com.Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak.Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts.Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!


