S4 E4 - Everyone is a Data Person: Talking Data Science with Marisa Tualla and Christel Bruno
Data science isn't just for math teachers. In this episode, Marisa Tualla and Christel Bruno join me to talk about bringing data science and statistics into K-12 classrooms, and why every educator, whatever their math background, has a role to play. They share what they've learned supporting teachers across Arizona: how inquiry-based approaches draw students in, how data can connect learning across subjects, and how collaboration among teachers builds the capacity to make it all stick. If you've ever wondered where data literacy fits in your classroom, this conversation is a great place to start.
Key takeaways
Data science is for all educators, not just math teachers
Inquiry-based learning boosts student engagement
Data can connect learning across subjects
Building teacher capacity through collaboration is essential
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Data Science in Education
05:51 Shifting Perspectives on Math and Data
12:03 Integrating Data Science Across Subjects
17:55 Fostering Inquiry and Student Engagement
21:43 Integrating Mathematics and Data Literacy
24:24 Collaborative Approaches to Data Science
27:14 Engaging Teachers in Data Science
31:37 Sustaining Teacher Support and Growth
34:24 Celebrating Progress and Resources
38:11 Connecting with Educators and Resources
1 Sept 2026
S4 E3 - Bridging Math and Storytelling: A Conversation with Sunil Singh
Join me as I welcome the amazing Sunil Singh for this episode of Teaching That "Counts"! Our discussion then delves into the power of storytelling in mathematics, highlighting its importance in engaging students and conveying mathematical concepts. We explore the intersection of culture and history in mathematics, emphasizing the significance of cultural and historical context in teaching mathematics. We talk about the role of history in mathematics, focusing on the impact of math history on student curiosity and understanding. Our conversation also addresses equity and inclusivity in mathematics, emphasizing the importance of cultural responsiveness and inclusivity in math education. Finally, the spiritual and universal nature of mathematics is explored, highlighting the transcendent and unifying nature of mathematics. The conversation delves into the spiritual and transformative nature of mathematics, highlighting its potential to inspire and engage students on a deeper level. We round out our conversation on the importance of empowering marginalized students and creating inclusive math education experiences and discuss the connection between music and mathematics!
Takeaways
Importance of Storytelling in Mathematics
Mathematics Transcends All Boundaries Mathematics and spirituality are interconnected
The purpose of mathematics should be elevated to inspire and engage students
Chapters
00:00 The Spiritual and Universal Nature of Mathematics
29:07 The Spiritual Journey of Mathematics
35:33 Empowering Marginalized Students
36:30 The Global Math Summit
43:35 The Connection Between Music and Mathematics
48:08 Teaching Mathematics with Equity and Inclusivity
31 Jul 2026
S4 E2 - The Pre-Service Teacher Experience with Jazlyn Martinez
On this episode of Teaching That Counts, join me as I welcome Jazlyn Martinez, a pre-service teacher, who shares her experience of working in an inquiry-based math classroom and reflects on her journey as a student teacher. She discusses her background, challenges, and takeaways from the experience, as well as her future plans in education.
Takeaways
Pre-service teacher experience
Challenges of inquiry-based teaching
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jazlyn Martinez
02:06 Choosing to Teach Math
03:35 Challenges of Teaching Math
04:15 Reflections on the Semester
17:33 Inquiry-Based Approach to Teaching Math
24:01 Future Plans and Reflections
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
8 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100
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YouTube
86
Engagement
68
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