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Teaching doesn’t have to be exhausting. What if small shifts could give you back your time, reduce burnout, and make learning more engaging—without adding extra stress?

In this episode, I’m joined by Rae Hughart, educator, speaker, and founder of Teachers Deserve It. Rae is passionate about helping teachers set boundaries, reclaim their time, and make learning meaningful for students in a way that’s practical and sustainable.

We’re diving into simple, actionable strategies to help you take back control of your time, rethink professional development, and bring real-world connections into your classroom.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ Time-saving strategies to lighten your workload and avoid burnout.
✔️ How to make professional development work for you instead of feeling like another task.
✔️ Practical ways to bring real-world connections into your lessons.
✔️ The truth about flexible seating and how to design an effective classroom setup.

💡 Key Takeaway: Teaching doesn’t have to be hard. Small shifts can lead to big changes, helping you set boundaries, reclaim your time, and still create an engaging, student-centered classroom.

Resources Mentioned:
🎓 TeachersDeserveIt.com – Explore Rae’s Learning Hub and access bite-sized PD designed for busy teachers.
💰 Promo Code: PodcastFan – Get $5 off each month for your first year of the Learning Hub!
📲 Follow Rae Hughart on Social Media: @RaeHughart

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• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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🎧 What if you could take math outside and still hit your learning goals?
Say goodbye to packets and hello to sunshine ☀️—because spring is the perfect time to take your math lessons outdoors without sacrificing rigor.

In this episode, I’m sharing two of my favorite math projects that work perfectly outside and still cover those key standards. Whether you’re wrapping up a unit or just trying to harness that end-of-year energy, these real-world projects will get your students moving, engaged, and learning.

We’ll explore:
🌟 Why outdoor learning increases focus and engagement
🌟 How outdoor settings bring math concepts to life
🌟 Two epic, student-approved math projects:
• Rocket Project – Quadratic functions meet water-powered fun
• Kite Project – Geometry, trig, and similarity in action

Plus, bonus ideas like sidewalk chalk graphing, math scavenger hunts, and geometry photo walks to add a little sunshine to your standards.

📎 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Rockets– Quadratic Function Project
• Kite Project – Geometry Review
  
  

🎯 Want to try these in your classroom? Grab them from my TpT store and bring some fresh air into your lesson plans.

Until next time,

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you!

🎧 What if your next math review or intro lesson didn’t feel like a worksheet… but like a real, creative challenge your students couldn’t wait to do?

If spring fever has hit your classroom, it’s time to switch gears and bring in hands-on math activities that are engaging, meaningful, and standards-aligned.

In this episode, I’m sharing three of my favorite hands-on math projects that work especially well this time of year. These projects are real, relevant, and rigorous—and teachers say they help learning stick.

✨ Why hands-on learning works so well during spring
✨ How to use math projects for spiral review or content mastery
✨ Teacher-tested projects your students will actually enjoy:

• Stained Glass Project (Linear Equations)
• Going Viral (Exponential Functions)
• Probability Games & Projects

Whether you need a break from the routine or want to review before state testing, these projects bring the fun and the depth.

📎 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Stained Glass Project Linear Equation Project
• Going Viral Exponential Function Project

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you!

🎧 What if AI could save you hours of planning each week?
AI can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, I’m sharing three easy, no-stress ways to start using AI in your math classroom right now.

We’ll explore how to:
✨ Use AI to simplify lesson planning and create scaffolded materials
✨ Boost student support and error analysis using Chat AI tools like Mathway
✨ Instantly generate real-world math problems based on your students’ names and interests
✨ Try a quick, AI-powered activity with a real-world dataset

If you’ve been hearing the buzz about AI in education and wondering how to actually use it as a math teacher, this episode is your beginner-friendly guide!

💻 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Free AI in Math Cheat Sheet – My 25 favorite AI tools + quick-start prompts
• Snorkl – Formative feedback tool for students
• Math Teachers Guide to AI
  
  
  

🎯 Your challenge this week: Try just ONE new AI tool from the cheat sheet and report back in our Facebook group—The Modern Math Teachers Project!

Until next time,
Keep experimenting with AI for you and your students, and as always… keep it real.

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you!

🎧 Have you ever thought about trying something new in your classroom but worried about the timing?
Spring might be your perfect opportunity to experiment with project-based learning (PBL)! In this episode, I’ll show you why the final stretch of the school year is actually the best time to dip your toes into PBL—and exactly how to do it without the overwhelm.

I’ll walk you through:
✨ Why spring is the sweet spot for trying PBL
✨ 3 low-risk, high-engagement ways to start today
✨ How to tweak one lesson this month into a mini project
✨ My favorite beginner-friendly projects: Stained Glass, Going Viral, and Rockets!

If you’ve ever wondered:
🔎 What is PBL?
🔎 What are some PBL ideas that actually work?
🔎 How can I start project based learning without overhauling everything?
This episode is for YOU.

🛠 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Stained Glass Project (Linear Equation Project)
• Going Viral (Exponential Function Project)
• Rockets (Quadratic Function Project)

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you!

Wish you had more time to personalize lessons, create engaging activities, and support all learners—without adding hours to your prep? AI might just be the tool you need.

In this episode, we’re breaking down three powerful ways AI can help with lesson planning and differentiation. Whether you're brand new to AI or already testing it in your classroom, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to save time, enhance instruction, and better support students.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ Why AI is a time-saving tool (not a shortcut!) for teachers.
✔️ Three simple ways to use AI for lesson planning and differentiation.
✔️ How the CRAFT Prompting Framework helps you get better AI-generated content.

💡 Key Takeaway: AI won’t replace teachers, but teachers who use AI effectively can streamline lesson planning, personalize instruction, and free up time to focus on student learning.

Resources Mentioned:

📄 AI Tools for Math Teachers Ultimate Cheat Sheet & Guide – Get my CRAFT framework and best AI prompts for math instruction.
🎓 AI in Education Training for Math Teachers – Learn how to use AI to save time and improve instruction.

✨ If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow teacher who wants to simplify their lesson planning!

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🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you!

Feeling the mid-semester slump? You’re not alone! March is that tricky time of year when energy dips, students get distracted, and classroom routines start slipping. But the good news? A simple spring reset can help bring back structure, engagement, and momentum for the rest of the school year. 🌱

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ Why spring fatigue is real and how to shake it off-- like Taylor.
✔️ Simple strategies to refresh your classroom without adding stress.
✔️ Small shifts that can boost engagement and make teaching feel easier.

💡 Key Takeaway: A small reset now can help make the last few months of school way more manageable—it doesn’t have to be overwhelming, just intentional.

Resources Mentioned:

📚Moore than Just X TpT Store – Find ready-to-go activities and projects to keep your classroom fresh and engaging
📝 Classroom Management Resources – Tools to help you reset routines and re-energize your students

✨ If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow teacher who needs a classroom refresh!

🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you!

AI is everywhere—but is it actually useful in math class, or just another tech buzzword? 🤔

When ChatGPT first hit the scene, I dismissed it. I thought, "This is just Mathway for English teachers." But after hearing how my colleagues were using AI in creative and time-saving ways, I decided to give it a shot—and I was blown away.

So today, we’re cutting through the noise to talk about what’s hype vs. what actually helps when it comes to AI in math education. 🚀

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ Why AI is already changing math education—whether we’re ready or not.
✔️ What AI can’t do (spoiler: It won’t replace teachers!).
✔️ Practical ways to use AI for lesson planning, differentiation, and real-time lesson tweaks.

💡 Key Takeaway: AI isn’t a shortcut or a replacement for real teaching, but it can help lighten the load, support differentiation, and make planning more efficient—if you know how to use it.

Resources Mentioned:

➡️ AI Tools for Math Teachers Ultimate Cheat Sheet & Guide (Includes the CRAFT framework for lesson design!)
➡️ Stay tuned for my upcoming AI training for math teachers—details coming soon!

✨ Let’s make AI work for us—not against us.

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🎙️ Celebrate the end of testing season with hands-on math fun! 🪁 Try our Kite Project for National Kite Month and tackle volume and surface area with the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!