Who can take part?
This programme is designed for primary teaching assistants who are supporting maths, and who would like to develop their specialist knowledge for teaching maths. This may be particularly relevant for new TAs, or TAs who have not received maths specific training.
What is involved?
This programme is designed to improve the subject knowledge and pedagogical knowledge for all practitioners teaching and supporting the learning of primary maths.
It supports primary teaching assistants who are supporting maths to develop specialist knowledge for teaching maths, and to develop distinct pedagogical decision-making, which will impact on their practice when supporting maths. It takes place over the equivalent of four days.
Benefits
- Your pupils will positively engage with maths that challenges them
- You will identify common misconceptions and ways of addressing these to help pupils master important concepts
- You will develop an understanding of key principles and approaches associated with teaching for mastery
What is the cost?
The programme is fully funded by the Maths Hubs Programme, so is free to participating schools.