Academic Discourse Session, February 10, 2026

Resources

• Orchestrating Mathematical Discourse to Enhance Student Learning

• Math Talk: Making the Most of Math Class Discussions

• Talking Math: 100 Questions That Help Promote Mathematical Discourse

• Talking Math: How to Engage Students in Mathematical Discourse

• After Watching This, Your Brain Will Not Be the Same TED Talk from Dr. Lara Boyd

• Tools from Dr. Zwiers

  • Math Constructive Conversation Skills Poster

  • Constructive Conversation Skills Poster (PDF)

  • Conversation Observation & Analysis Tool

  • Math Paired Conversation Protocol (PDF) 

1. Moving Beyond “Popcorn” Discussions

2. What Conversations Can Capture

3. Principles for the Design of Mathematics Curricula: Promoting Language and Content Development

4. Let’s Talk: Promoting Mathematical Discourse in the Classroom

5. Video: Grade 3 Math

6. MLR Slide Deck

7. Discourse Quotes 

8. Illustrative Math’s Talking Math

9. 20th Century Classroom Mindset (Quiet Classroom video)

10. 21st Century Classroom Mindset (Acton School – Day in Life)