Teaching mathematics as a non-specialist SL458 / YA02
Summary
Do you want to feel more inspired, confident and increase your knowledge and skills when teaching mathematics...even though it's not your specialism?
Work with experienced teachers of mathematics in a supportive environment to explore the characteristics of good maths teaching. You'll develop strategies to support your students and deepen understanding.
We'll cover strategies to teach algebra for understanding, build and understanding of ratio and proportion on a firm foundation of multiplicative reasoning, use manipulatives and multiple representations, and develop approaches to problem solving.
Who is it for?
Non-specialist teachers of mathematics
What topics are covered?
We'll cover strategies to teach algebra for understanding, build and understanding of ratio and proportion on a firm foundation of multiplicative reasoning, use manipulatives and multiple representations, and develop approaches to problem solving.
How will you learn?
Immersive 2 days of face to face CPD
How long is this course?
2 days
Who is the course leader?
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Michael Anderson
I am a Mathematics Subject Specialist for STEM Learning. Based at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, I support with secondary mathematics...
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Outcomes
You'll be able to:
- understand what is good mathematics teaching
- learn how to overcome the difficulties typically faced by non-specialist teachers
- teach for deeper understanding: making connections
- build resilience: helping students to help themselves
- develop questioning techniques to encourage mathematical thinking
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
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| 1 Teaching mathematics as a non-specialist | 16 June 2025 | 11:00-19:00 |
| 2 Teaching mathematics as a non-specialist | 17 June 2025 | 09:00-16:00 |
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Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£640.00 +VAT |
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| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£640.00 +VAT |
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