This book supports trainee teachers working towards primary QTS in teaching primary mathematics across all areas of the curriculum. This
Second Edition is linked to the 2012 Teachers′ Standards.
Focused on teaching a more integrated and inclusive curriculum, the text draws out meaningful cross curricular links and embraces the latest thinking and current good practice in mathematics teaching. It begins with a section on teaching mathematics, covering all strands of the curriculum, and goes on to offer guidance on the use and application of mathematics more generally across subjects. A chapter on using mathematics to enahnce learning highlights the importance of being able to use mathematics effectively in other aspects of the teacher′s role. Interactive activities and case studies link theory to practice and encourage the reader to rethink how mathematics is taught in primary schools.
About the Transforming Primary QTS series
This series reflects the new creative way schools are begining to teach, taking a fresh approach to supporting trainees as they work towards primary QTS. Titles provide fully up to date resources focused on teaching a more integrated and inclusive curriculum, and texts draw out meaningful and explicit cross curricular links.
Cuprins
Introduction
Part 1 The Mathematics Curriculum
Mathematics as a Core Skill
Number
Shape and Space
Measures
Handling Data
Part 2 Using Mathematics In Your Wider Professional Role
Using Mathematics to Support the Organisation of Learning and Teaching
Using Assessment Data to Improve Learning and Teaching
Developing Teaching and Learning Through Research
Model Answers
Index
Despre autor
Diane Vaukins is a senior lecturer / partnership tutor at the University of Cumbria. She is the module leader for the three-year undergraduate mathematics specialist course. Prior to lecturing in higher education she was a primary school teacher and deputy head teacher. She has a keen interest in working with schools to encourage creativity in mathematics.