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How Math is Taught vs. How Math is Learned: Building the Bridge with GLEAM
Thursday, January 23, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
Presented by Brian Dean, Director, Program Design, UnboundEd; Rolanda Baldwin, Vice President, Program Design, UnboundEd; and Nina Dixon-Mauricia, Senior Director, Digital Implementation, CORE Learning
Moderated by Kristie Shelley, Chief Product Officer, CORE Learning
Sponsored by CORE Learning
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Math often feels like a subject students “get” in the moment but struggle to hold onto over time. The challenge isn’t their ability—it’s how we approach teaching math in a way that aligns with how the brain works. This session equips you with practical, evidence-based instructional practices to help students truly retain and apply what they learn.
In this edWebinar, the presenters cover:
- How to design lessons that work with the brain’s natural networks for processing math, making learning stick
- Easy-to-use instructional practices that create low-stakes, high-impact opportunities for students to share their thinking and deepen understanding
- Ways to connect new ideas to what students already know, building confidence and lasting knowledge
If you want to create math lessons that students will remember and use, this session is for you. You leave with actionable ideas you can implement right away to make every lesson count.
This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.
This edWebinar is part of Math for Every Learner Week.
About the Presenters
Brian Dean leads the design and implementation of the Math Pathway programs at UnboundEd. Before UnboundEd, Brian worked to bring access to excellent math instruction in many school systems nationwide as an associate director of instructional support and as a math lead for Instruction Partners. Brian led the teaching and learning of mathematics for over 30 schools as a senior instructional specialist for Pasco County Schools, and he helped facilitate the turnaround of a high school in the district from an “F” to an “A” as an instructional coach. He has taught at the middle and high school levels.
Brian earned his master’s degree in secondary mathematics education from Miami University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from The Ohio State University. When Brian is not supporting math programs at UnboundEd, he likes to spend his free time doing activities with his wife and two kids. He is also an avid Peloton rider and rower and hopes to see you on the leaderboard soon!
Rolanda Baldwin has worked in mathematics education for nearly two decades as a middle and high school math teacher, a math instructional coach, and a Math Curriculum Coordinator at Guilford County Schools in North Carolina. She began her career at UnboundEd as a Math Specialist before transitioning to the Math Director role. As Vice President, Program Design, Rolanda coordinates development across all UnboundEd math programs. Rolanda also contributes to organizational strategy, cross-functional workstreams, and external partnerships. She is passionate about everyone being a “math person” and is committed to influencing the systems and structures to support educators in providing grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful math instruction.
Nina Dixon-Mauricia is the Senior Director of Digital Implementation at CORE, where she oversees the implementation of professional learning programs that translate research into actionable practices for educators. With over 25 years of experience, including 15 years of classroom teaching in predominantly Title I schools, she has built a reputation for guiding schools and educators toward impactful and sustainable improvements.
Before joining CORE, Nina served as a principal and vice principal in the San Diego Unified School District, where she led transformative initiatives such as overseeing a $10M federal STEAM grant and managing large-scale school modernization projects. Her leadership demonstrates a steadfast commitment to equipping educators with the tools and support they need to drive meaningful and lasting change. In addition to her work at CORE, Nina co-founded The Principals Trust, a podcast and leadership initiative amplifying the voices and experiences of women in education. All of her work centers on empowering educators to build stronger classrooms, schools, and communities.
About the Moderator
As Chief Product Officer, Kristie Shelley leads, develops, and implements the strategic vision for CORE’s digital products, leveraging over two decades of experience in the publishing and edtech sectors. Her expertise centers on seamlessly integrating cutting-edge tools and technology into product development and practical application, ensuring CORE remains at the innovation forefront. Previously, Kristie developed products for Multilingual Learners at Lexia and Lingual Learning, a company she co-founded and later sold to Rosetta Stone. She also held multiple roles at MHE before this entrepreneurial venture.
Kristie’s educational journey began as a third-grade teacher in California, providing her with invaluable firsthand experience and a profound appreciation for transformative learning. Her deep passion for empowering learners and educators motivates her to continuously push boundaries and innovate. She holds a B.A. in education from San Diego State University and a Master of Education in curriculum and instructional design from the University of Phoenix.
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For 25+ years, CORE has pioneered evidence-based and research-grounded professional learning experiences and school supports that equip educators with the tools they need to advance rigorous instruction, high-quality materials, and effective assessments. CORE partners with educators to strengthen the foundations of teaching and learning, ensuring all students experience a rigorous, relevant, and inclusive public education.
