Primary Mathematics

This book supports trainees in identifying strengths and areas for development and helps them achieve the Professional Standards for the award of QTS. It is structured around a flexible needs assessment process so trainees can begin their learning at a level appropriate to their experience. Each chapter covers a core issue of mathematics teaching and provides a framework of activities within which trainees can develop as a competent teacher. The core of the book is made up of learning...
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This book supports trainees in identifying strengths and areas for development and helps them achieve the Professional Standards for the award of QTS. It is structured around a flexible needs assessment process so trainees can begin their learning at a level appropriate to their experience. Each chapter covers a core issue of mathematics teaching and provides a framework of activities within which trainees can develop as a competent teacher. The core of the book is made up of learning opportunities and activities at three progressive levels: Getting Started, Developing your Skills and Extending your Skills. The flexible structure of this book will support trainees on a variety of training routes including employment-based, flexible, modular, part-time and full-time PGCE courses.