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It's 8pm - #UKEdChat this evening is exploring Getting it Right with Maths.
12 questions coming up (see https://t.co/viD6Y6gsYA)
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#UKEdChat - Q1
How would you reflect upon your experience of being a pupil in mathematics lessons when you were growing up?
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#UKEdChat - Q1
How would you reflect upon your experience of being a pupil in mathematics lessons when you were growing up?
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It's 8pm - #UKEdChat this evening is exploring Getting it Right with Maths.
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#UKEdChat - Q1
How would you reflect upon your experience of being a pupil in mathematics lessons when you were growing up?
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Created this guide and will place symbols next to tasks/Instructions. Hopefully adding clarity and consistency in student response. 👍🏼 #ukedchat#pedagoofriday
#UKEdChat - Q2
Who are the most notable, inspiring and helpful mathematics teachers on Twitter who help you with ideas, resources or strategies?
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#UKEdChat - Q2
Who are the most notable, inspiring and helpful mathematics teachers on Twitter who help you with ideas, resources or strategies?
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#UKEdChat - Q3 - A positive self-perception of mathematical ability is vital, so how can school encourage and support pupils build a positive attitude when dealing with numeric problems?
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#UKEdChat - Q3 - A positive self-perception of mathematical ability is vital, so how can school encourage and support pupils build a positive attitude when dealing with numeric problems?
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Q3. Totally understand concerns/lack of firm EEF evidence surrounding growth mindset but I sometimes think it might have helped me rethink my attitude to maths at school i.e. not intrinsically bad at it, just need new strategies #UKEDCHAT
#UKEdChat - Q4.
In relation to Q3, how does grouping/setting pupils into similar levels help or hinder mathematical ability do you think?
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#UKEdChat - Q4.
In relation to Q3, how does grouping/setting pupils into similar levels help or hinder mathematical ability do you think?
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A4. #UKEdChat Mixed feelings about this. As a teacher, I can see the value of grouping pupils together for ease of handing out tasks. But, the collaborative and supportive nature of pupils can help others achieve a lot more.
#UKEdChat - Q5
How is it possible to inform and update parents on mathematical methods and understanding, so that they can also support their children?
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#UKEdChat - Q5
How is it possible to inform and update parents on mathematical methods and understanding, so that they can also support their children?
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#UKEdChat we run Maths parties where the children teach their families the concepts we’ve been learning in class. Parents then take a party bag home full of maths games 🎈
A4 moved to mixed ability learning partners 4 yrs ago and now I see chn with lower prior attainment helping a partner who had middle prior attainment. Chn have time to talk maths and explain reasoning. Good skills for all chn to develop #ukedchat
A5: Run a PACT workshop! Get them involved, get them into the school, get them learning with the kids. Make it fun, make it relevant and make it matter. #ukedchat
#UKEdChat - Q6
What role can #edtech technology have in supporting the development and learning processes within mathematics?
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#UKEdChat - Q6
What role can #edtech technology have in supporting the development and learning processes within mathematics?
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For the first time in maths I didn't do well. When I asked why about some distribution. I was told not to question why and to learn it. I like knowing why!I retook my a level elsewhere did much better. I love maths but as many say the teacher makes a massive difference #ukedchat
Primary pupils of all ages - it works so well in my placement school and has had an amazing response from the parents. It's really helping to form an even better community surrounding the school. #ukedchat
A6 #UKEdChat I suspect the evolution of #edtech will become more prominent in the near future, with the use of AI helping and progressing teaching & learning
One of the issues with setting is that, for some pupils, the priority is the 'set' they are in rather than the learning taking place. It encourages some pupils to think they aren't as good as others. #ukedchat
It's 8pm - #UKEdChat this evening is exploring Getting it Right with Maths.
12 questions coming up (see https://t.co/18LCqw77Hc)
Answer with A1., A2., A3. etc, and please remember to include the #UKEdChat tag
#UKEdChat - Q7.
How can we support students who are academically good at mathematics, but struggle with reading and understanding test/exam questions?
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#UKEdChat - Q7.
How can we support students who are academically good at mathematics, but struggle with reading and understanding test/exam questions?
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When students repeatedly act disrespectfully let’s not simply consequence by having them sit in detention; let’s also try to teach them how gratifying it is to be kind & respectful instead. Have 4 office walls but this is by far my favorite! #edchat Love this idea! #ukedchat
When students repeatedly act disrespectfully let’s not simply consequence by having them sit in silence after school; let’s also try to teach them how gratifying it is to be kind & respectful instead. Have 4 office walls but this is by far my favorite! #edchat
A7 #UKEdChat This is a real issue for the pupils I work with. They have the ability, but access and understanding the question/s can really hold them back. Having questions read out to them is not always allowed or possible.
A5 Workshops where parents work with their chn, sch website with videos or info about mental and written methods used and home learning where a clear example is provided so parents can help their child #ukedchat
#UKEdChat - Q8.
Similarly, how do you plan to support gifted, or high-achievers in mathematics?
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One of the issues with setting is that, for some pupils, the priority is the 'set' they are in rather than the learning taking place. Sets can also result in harmful comparisons & a fear of moving to another class. #ukedchat
#UKEdChat - Q8.
Similarly, how do you plan to support gifted, or high-achievers in mathematics?
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That's great you were able to re-take it and get past the experience. Interesting to think about what a difference the new teacher/environment made for you. #ukedchat
It's 8pm - #UKEdChat this evening is exploring Getting it Right with Maths.
12 questions coming up (see https://t.co/18LCqw77Hc)
Answer with A1., A2., A3. etc, and please remember to include the #UKEdChat tag
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#ukedchat Another huge issue is that if they have well qualified staff they cannot cope with this as they do not like anyone to be better feel threatened and that is sad and stiffles progression not only of students but staff relationships etc
One of the issues with setting is that, for some pupils, the priority is the 'set' they are in rather than the learning taking place. Sets can also result in harmful comparisons & a fear of moving to another class. #ukedchat
The scary thing, initially, is when you realise that they are achieving better than your own ability, but I love the challenge of learning and solving problems with G&T pupils #UKEdChat It’s great to see how their minds work.
Yes as a teacher if a child asks me why I try to answer them. If I don't know why I admit I don't know. My new teachers kept asking why are you retaking maths because they could see that I had the ability to pass with a good grade. #ukedchat
#UKEdChat - Q9.
What are the best strategies, in your experience, for improving mathematical confidence and ability in students?
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#UKEdChat - Q9.
What are the best strategies, in your experience, for improving mathematical confidence and ability in students?
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A7 develop their reading skills alongside the maths,help them with unpicking what a question is actually asking, use visual representations to make sense of them #ukedchat
A9. #UKEdChat Any games or activities that involve ‘play’ and the students don’t necessarily realise that they “are doing maths (or numeracy)”, but they are still learning and enhancing skills.
Perhaps some teachers believe it is easier, but we should still be differentiating our approaches for all pupils. A set class doesn't mean the pupils are all the same with the same needs. #ukedchat
A8 By avoiding giving more of the same instead challenges that meet the same learning intention but require more thought or deeper reasoning skills. #ukedchat
#UKEdChat - Q10.
How can you support (or identify) pupils who appear to have a dyscalculia situation? What steps can teachers take to help them?
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#UKEdChat - Q10.
How can you support (or identify) pupils who appear to have a dyscalculia situation? What steps can teachers take to help them?
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Imo setting for maths has to stop. There are so many disadvantages- once in a set chn tend to stay there- and no advantages - only v limited for higher achievers
#UKEdChat - Q11.
As a teacher, which aspect of mathematics do you most enjoy teaching students about AND which aspects do you struggle getting your pupils to understand?
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#UKEdChat - Q11.
As a teacher, which aspect of mathematics do you most enjoy teaching students about AND which aspects do you struggle getting your pupils to understand?
(Remember to include A11. & the #UKEdChat tag in your response)
A9 Lots of practical resources from strips of paper and a paperclip for estimating numbers on a line to dienes and beadstrings! Chn talking maths seems to increase confidence through sharing ideas #ukedchat
#ukedchat A11 Love to teach algebra and fractions and then at the same time pupils struggle to understand fraction and decimals - even with pictorial help #mathsproblems#mathsisfun
A 10 research best strategies for meeting the needs of a child with dyscslculia and adapt to suit the individual child. Where possible seek expert advice #ukedchat
#UKEdChat - Q12.
Resource sharing time – what resources do you use, and find the most helpful – when teaching numeracy/mathematics?
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#UKEdChat - Q12.
Resource sharing time – what resources do you use, and find the most helpful – when teaching numeracy/mathematics?
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A11 I love teaching all areas of maths. Used to struggle with teaching fractions but through trying different practical ideas I've become comfortable with them! #ukedchat
Why is technology not being used to deliver more personalised learning experiences? This is the only way to deliver maths education that allows everyone to progress. #ukedchat
We must stop using the word “ability”. It’s part of the problem. It implies global success or failure and an inherited maths gene. We replaced it with “attainment” & we’re strict about it