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I teach math at Contra Costa College, and have been teaching math for over 30 years, mostly at college level. I edited Playing with Math: Stories from Math Circles, Homeschoolers, and Passionate Teachers. I have run many math circles and worked at JRMF festivals. I blog at Math Mama Writes.

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What are some great books for exploring mathematics? (not kids' books and not textbooks)
Mar 16, 2014
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Grading a limit problem
Dec 28, 2017
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Is this primarily a "rote computational trick" for multiplication by 9?
Dec 13, 2019
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How can I explain why we need proofs to someone who has no experience in mathematical thinking?
Jan 15, 2021
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How to handle the situation where a student insists I am wrong during the class?
May 4, 2014
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What is the right feedback for incorrect cancellation?
Feb 17, 2022
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Encouraging class participation
Mar 13, 2014
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Looking for simple "interesting" math problems that cannot be easily solved without algebra
Mar 16, 2014
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How can we help students who are very anxious about math?
Mar 15, 2014
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What is a good reason to change calculus texts?
Oct 1, 2014
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