About this episode

This episode explores how simulations are influencing equitable teaching practices in mathematics education.

Exploring how simulations are shaping education research and practice, with insights from the book Promoting Equity through Approximations of Practice in Mathematics Education . It examines how approximations of practice can help educators sharpen their skills while keeping equity at the forefront. It’s not just about improving instruction; it’s about ensuring that all students, regardless of background, have access to high-quality learning experiences. Links: Lee, C., Bondurant, L., Sapkota, B., Howell, H. (2025). Promoting equity in approximations of practice for mathematics teachers. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1164-6 Benoit, G., Barno, E., & Reich, J. (2025). Simulating Equitable Discussions Using Practice-Based Teacher Education in Math Professional Learning. In C. Wilkerson Lee, L. Bondurant, B. Sapkota, & H. Howell (Eds.), Promoting Equity in Approximations of Practice for Mathematics Teachers (pp. 165-200). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1164-6.ch008   Shaughnessy, M., Boerst, T. A., Garcia, N., & Claiborne, B. (2025). Orienting to Student Sense-Making: Using Simulations to Support the Development…

People in this episode

Host: Marc Lesser

Topics covered

• equitable teaching
• simulations in education
• mathematics education
• teacher training
• educational equity

Keywords

• equity
• simulations
• mathematics
• teacher education
• educational research

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Promoting Equity through Approximations of Practice in Mathematics Education, Promoting equity in approximations of practice for mathematics teachers, Simulating Equitable Discussions Using Practice-Based Teacher Education in Math Professional Learning, Orienting to Student Sense-Making: Using Simulations to Support the Development of Equitable Mathematics Teaching

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