Linking maths and science in your primary school SL046

Enhance your curriculum and pupils’ learning by integrating science and mathematics in your planning

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Summary

Discover how to integrate science and mathematics in your teaching to create a more connected and meaningful learning experience. Learn to design lessons that help pupils develop their numeracy skills while applying mathematical concepts in real-world scientific contexts, such as accurate measurement and effective data handling. This approach will not only enhance pupils' mathematical understanding but also enable them to apply these skills in science, fostering deeper connections between the two subjects and supporting overall skill development.    

Who is it for?

Primary teachers, primary science leads and primary mathematics leads

What topics are covered?

• The benefits of integrating maths and science
• The links and discrepancies in mathematics and science curriculum
• Strategies to foster deeper connection and make learning more meaningful

How will you learn?

This course is delivered virtually using MS Teams

How long is this course?

90 minutes

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• identify links and discrepancies between the primary mathematics and science curriculums
• integrate mathematics and science in lesson planning to help children develop numeracy skills through real-world scientific contexts
• design lessons that strengthen pupils' understanding of both subjects, fostering deeper connections between mathematical reasoning and scientific enquiry