Description
Book SynopsisNow in a fully updated second edition, Unlocking Mathematics Teaching is a comprehensive guide to teaching mathematics in the primary school. Combining theory and practice, selected experts outline the current context of mathematics education. They suggest strategies, activities and examples to help develop readers understanding and confidence in delivering the curriculum. The book combines an accessible blend of subject knowledge and pedagogy, and its key features include:
- Advice on teaching mathematics to high and low attainers;
- Guidance on teaching mental maths;
- Ideas for incorporating ICT;
- Guidance on assessment in mathematics education;
- Teaching problem solving;
- Numerical and non-numerical examples;
- Updated references, taking into account the Williams Report.
This book will be of interest to all primary education students and practising teachers looking to increase their confidence and effectiveness in delivering the mathematics curriculum.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Aspects of Numeracy Bob Jeffery 2. Using and Applying Mathematics Caroline Clissold and Mark Humble 3. Learning effective strategies for mental calculation Debbie Robinson 4. Talking about Real Life Maths: the Role of ICT John Garvey 5 Developing problem-solving skills in mathematics Rachel Fairclough 6. Numeracy and low attaining children Jean Murray, with Caroline Clissold 7. Teaching mathematically promising pupils Ron Casey 8. Assessing mathematical learning Valsa Koshy and Sarah Jackson-Stevens Index
