Debate 58 - Elementary or Secondary Math: Which is Harder to Teach?

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Today's playful debate takes on a discussion that's been echoing through teachers' lounges for years: Who has it harder—elementary teachers or high school teachers? Is it the elementary teacher juggling every subject, tying shoes, drying tears, and somehow teaching long division before lunch? Or is it the high school teacher navigating teenager attitudes, advanced content, grading mountains of work, and preparing students for life after graduation?

Join us as two married couples take sides in a spirited, good-natured debate. We'll compare the unique challenges and celebrate the incredible work teachers do at every grade level, as we dive into the question: Is Elementary or Secondary Math Harder to Teach?

You can find Dr. Claire Riddell on LinkedIn AND check out Claire’s podcast: What CountsYou can find Zak Champagne on Instagram @Zakchampmath or LinkedInAND check out Zak’s new book Curious Kids in the Math Classroom and the companion podcast Curiosity ContinuedYou can find Courtney Flessner on LinkedIn and Instagram: @Mathandotherthings AND follow more of Courtney’s work with Keep Indiana LearningYou can find Dr. Ryan Flessner on social media @Ryanflessner and LinkedInAND read more of Ryan’s work by searching Ryan Flessner on Google Scholar.

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