Making Math Cool with the Rappin' Mathematician

$20.00

Presenter: Alex Kajitani
Core Area: Planning 1.1, Planning 1.2, Planning 1.3, Planning 1.4, Instruction 2.1, Instruction 2.2, Instruction 2.3, Instruction 2.4, Instruction 2.5, Learning Environment 3.1, Learning Environment 3.3, Professional Practices and Responsibilities 4.2
Grade Level: Elementary & Secondary
Hours: 1

Do your students think math is cool, or do they find it more of a chore? In this one-hour course, you’ll learn the best tips and tricks from rapping math teacher Alex Kajitani to take your lessons to the next level. Come and be inspired to make math cool again.

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SKU AKAJ-556 Categories Alex Kajitani, ELL, General PD, Gifted, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Math, New and Developing Teachers Tags Classroom Management, elementary, ELL, General PD, Gifted, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, Math, math engagement, math magic, math talks, New and Struggling Teachers, number talks, secondary, talking about math, Technology

Description

“Cool” is rarely the word people think of when it comes to math, but educator and author Alex Kajitani says that by using a few tricks and strategies, teachers can present math in a cool and engaging way that changes the way students themselves talk about it. Inspired by his love for rap and his passion for teaching math, Mr. Kajitani created his own math rap to teach his students about decimals and has been finding creative ways to present math lessons ever since.

After taking this course you’ll know more about:

Why making math lessons engaging is so important
Resources that make creative math lessons easier
Tips and tricks to put together a cool math lesson that your students will love

Presenter Bio

Alex Kajitani (Kaw-juw-taw-nee) is the 2009 California Teacher of the Year, and a Top-4 Finalist for National Teacher of the Year. He is the co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inspiration for Teachers, and his first book, Owning It was named “Recommended Reading” by the U.S. Department of Education. Alex is also on a mission to get every kid in America to learn their times tables, and to make this happen, he created the popular online program www.MultiplicationNation.com. Alex is a highly-sought after keynote speaker who supports and motivates teachers nationwide, and he’s known around the world as “The Rappin’ Mathematician.” Alex has a popular TED Talk, has been honored at The White House, and was featured on The CBS Evening News, where Katie Couric exclaimed, “I LOVE that guy!” For more of his innovative ideas, visit www.AlexKajitani.com.

Additional information

Core Area	Instruction 2.1, Instruction 2.2, Instruction 2.3, Instruction 2.4, Instruction 2.5, Learning Environment 3.1, Learning Environment 3.3, Planning 1.1, Planning 1.2, Planning 1.3, Planning 1.4, Professional Practices and Responsibilities 4.2
Hours	1 Hour
Organization	Alex Kajitani
Grade Level	Elementary, Secondary
Presenter	Alex Kajitani
Course Content	Gifted, Instructional Strategies, Literacy, ELL, Math, New and Developing Teachers, General PD

111 reviews for Making Math Cool with the Rappin’ Mathematician

Rated 5 out of 5

Tom – FAIRBANKS LOCAL (verified owner) – March 29, 2020

great course!
Rated 5 out of 5

Brian – CHARDON LOCAL (verified owner) – April 23, 2020

I learned several tricks that I think would be engaging for my students.
Rated 5 out of 5

Jennifer – SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-U CITY ISD (verified owner) – April 29, 2020

LOVED IT!
Rated 5 out of 5

Danielle – BIG WALNUT LOCAL (verified owner) – May 4, 2020

I love all the engaging ideas the speaker provides to incorporate into the math classroom.
Rated 4 out of 5

JoAnn – New Lexington City Schools (verified owner) – May 5, 2020

quick, simple and unique ideas
Rated 4 out of 5

Scott – BIG WALNUT LOCAL (verified owner) – May 10, 2020

Entertaining presenter
Rated 5 out of 5

Kacy – DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD (verified owner) – May 16, 2020

Great class! Very energetic and informative/fun teacher!
Rated 5 out of 5

Jodi – HUNTINGTON LOCAL (verified owner) – May 25, 2020

OUTSTANDING!!!!
So, many easy and fun ideas to get students interested in Math!
Rated 5 out of 5

Raymundo – VALLEY VIEW ISD PHARR – REGION 01 (verified owner) – May 25, 2020

very informative
Rated 5 out of 5

Glenn – MIDWAY ISD – WOODWAY (verified owner) – May 27, 2020

Great ideas that you can use with minimal prep time and cost!