Building confidence as a non-specialist mathematics teacher MY213 / A18

Start date
15 Nov 18
Duration
4 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, University of York, York YO10 5DD How to find us

Summary

Perfect for teachers who are not mathematics specialists. Help build your confidence in teaching mathematics by introducing a range of proven teaching strategies and increasing your subject knowledge.

“Fantastic course, probably the best CPD I have ever been on.”
Past participant, 2017

Feel more confident when teaching mathematics outside of your specialism. Explore the characteristics of good maths teaching and develop strategies that promote good learning and deeper understanding in mathematics.  Discover methods to teach algebra, geometry, ratio, proportion and multiplicative reasoning. We will look at the use of manipulatives and multiple representations, as well as approaches to problem solving and reasoning.

“Best CPD I have been on, informative, useful, smart sessions.”
Past participant, 2017

 “I thoroughly enjoyed the CPD as it was thought provoking and it provided a wealth of knowledge that can instantly be applied to my teaching practice. I also feel confident to share what I have learnt to my colleagues in the maths department.”
Past participant, 2017

This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.

 

Outcomes

You will be able to:

  • understand what makes good mathematics teaching
  • develop strategies for overcoming the difficulties typically faced by non-specialist teachers
  • learn how to teach for deeper understanding in a range of mathematical topics
  • explore strategies that help to build students’ resilience
  • develop questioning techniques to encourage mathematical thinking

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
Building confidence as a non-specialist secondary mathematics teacher- day 115 November 201810:00-19:00National STEM Centre
Building confidence as a non-specialist secondary mathematics teacher- day 216 November 201809:00-16:00National STEM Centre
Building confidence as a non-specialist secondary mathematics teacher - day 314 February 201910:00-19:00National STEM Centre
Building confidence as a non-specialist secondary mathematics teacher - day 415 February 201909:00-16:00National STEM Centre

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