The Glass Apple

Ep. 6 Mike Price: Turning Students into Math People

Episode Summary

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Price, Senior Instructor and Distinguished Teaching Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oregon. A 2025 recipient of the university’s Distinguished Teaching Award and long-time member of the Provost’s Teaching Academy, Mike shares his passion for transforming math education through inclusive teaching practices and active learning. Mike discusses how he creates a welcoming classroom environment—especially for students who arrive with math anxiety or low expectations. He shares strategies for making large lecture halls feel intimate, using incremental inclusive techniques and diverse assessment methods to engage every learner. His mission? To help every student see themselves as a “math person.” Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your teaching journey, this episode offers practical insights and heartfelt motivation to make your classroom more inclusive and impactful.

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