Nationally-known scholar Teruni Lamberg provides an update to her popular whole class discussion book. New videos and a deeper dive into formative assessment highlight this new edition as Dr. Lamberg shares research-based strategies in a framework that would benefit teachers at all levels. This book works particularly well in a book club, professional development setting or a math methods course. -- Jeff Shih, PhD, Professor of Mathematics Education, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Board Member, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics The framework in Work Smarter, Not Harder acknowledges the complexities of teaching in practice. Both experienced and novice teachers will find a rich guide in this book to help them create classroom environments where mathematical discussions can thrive. Classroom routines and the physical environment are clearly addressed. The resource contains many specific examples, including videos, to help teachers examine their assessment and their planning practices, to ensure that they are effectively supporting childrens learning of mathematics. -- Tracy Goodson-Espy, Professor of Curriculum & Instruction (Mathematics Education); Co-Director of the Middle and Secondary Graduate Certificate Program, Appalachian State University