Tag: maths
How to love maths
It is time to think differently, support diversity, and teach maths for the world our children live in today, says Karen McGuigan. Let's give...
Dyscalculia and inclusive technology
Professor Michael von Aster and James Wright discuss dyscalculia and the technology available to support pupils and teachers.
Dyscalculia is a learning difficulty that affects...
The national curriculum for maths is not inclusive
Karen McGuigan presents research which demonstrates that an alternative approach to the GCSE Maths curriculum can have benefits for learners with SEN in England.
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Barriers to maths breaking through the maths language barrier
Rachael Lethbridge demystifies the language of maths.
Helping to achieve potential
Maths has one of the largest glossaries of technical terms, these are particularly hard to learn...
Data Visualisation and Numeracy
In this article Professor Steve Chinn explains how data visualisation, or the use of visual images and maths equipment, can enhance maths learning.
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Tackling maths anxiety
Alexandra Riley looks at how to build pupils’ confidence and engagement with maths
If you have pupils with SEN and disabilities who suffer from maths anxiety,...
Subtract the negatives
Beliefs about the way maths should be taught discriminate against pupils with SEN, writes Steve Chinn
Maths manipulation
Melody Lowe looks at how to help children with SEN engage with mathematics
The importance of teaching nothing
Without an understanding of “zero”, “nought” and “no”, children’s behaviour simply doesn’t add up, says Dave Cooper