Rachel Fuhrman

Special Education Math Teacher

Rachel is currently a ninth-grade special education math teacher in New Orleans, Louisiana. She recently earned her master of science in education studies from the Johns Hopkins University School of Education. She is passionate about improving educational equity and strives to serve traditionally underserved communities. Additionally, she plans to pursue a PhD in urban education in the future in order to further identify avenues through which to support all students in achieving at the highest levels.

Posts

Teaching Strategies
3 Phrases That Can Demotivate Students in Math Class
Seemingly innocuous statements can exacerbate math anxiety among learners—and avoiding these phrases can help all students see themselves as “math people.”
Teaching Strategies
4 Criteria for Effective Directions
Directions that are observable, timed, clear, and concise can help ensure student compliance.
Teaching Strategies
How Asking More Effective Questions Can Increase Student Learning in Math
Teachers who ask students questions while demonstrating how to solve problems increase engagement and facilitate a deeper understanding.
Culturally Responsive Teaching
Learning to Recognize and Celebrate Students’ Cultural Experiences
Children of color often come to school with differences in language and customs that some teachers see as deficits.
Teaching Strategies
How to Engage Students in Meaningful Math Discussions
As middle and high school math students talk through problems, they build camaraderie and gain greater conceptual understanding.

Posts

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4 Criteria for Effective Directions

How Asking More Effective Questions Can Increase Student Learning in Math

Learning to Recognize and Celebrate Students’ Cultural Experiences

How to Engage Students in Meaningful Math Discussions

3 Phrases That Can Demotivate Students in Math Class