Welcome to our December Primary Bulletin!
In this edition we are excited to share with you the details of our brilliant Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics Programmes and Years 5-8 Continuity Work Group starting in January.
Find out why you should make space for Spatial Reasoning in your curriculum by attending our free online taster session on the 12th December at 3.45pm.
We have also included the latest news from the NCETM with their November Primary Round-up and new web page explaining how trusts can work with their local Maths Hub
It is worth remembering that all our Work Groups, Programmes and Communities are fully funded by the Maths Hubs Programme, so participation is free for all state funded schools.
Please remember to visit our website between bulletins to keep updated on all our professional development opportunities. All enquiries should go to admin@emsmathshub.org.uk
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Why make 'space' for
Spatial Reasoning?
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Free Online Taster Session
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“The relation between spatial ability and mathematics is so well established that it no longer makes sense to ask whether they are related.”
(Mix & Cheng, 2012)
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Come and join us for this short 'taster' session on Tuesday 12th December 3.45 - 4.45pm to discover more about what is meant by spatial reasoning (and why it doesn't just mean geometry).
Spatial reasoning is important - for daily life, Mathematics and the wider curriculum - and research shows there is a positive correlation between spatial ability and mathematical ability - but often there is not a significant focus on spatial reasoning in the Mathematics curriculum. So come along, engage with some spatial thinking and find out a little more about how the two SKTM programmes offered by East Midlands South Maths Hub (primary and early years) could support you in raising the profile of spatial reasoning in school.
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SKTM Early Years Teachers
Programme
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"My pupils are benefiting from me having a more in-depth subject knowledge which is enabling me to ensure I provide good quality interactions in experiences to further children's thinking and learning”
Participant from the EMS Maths Hub 2022/23 SKTM Early Years Teachers Programme- Pattern, Shape, Space and Measures Pathway
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Pattern, Shape, Space and Measures Pathway
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Our SKTM Early Years Teachers Programme Pathway is open to Teachers and Teaching Assistants working in EYFS, Subject Leaders wanting to learn more about mathematics in EYFS and Teachers working in SEND Settings.
The Pattern, Shape, Space and Measures Pathway is aligned with the NCETM’s Early Years materials, and will explore the development trajectories of three key areas of early mathematics development: Pattern, Spatial Reasoning and Measure alongside three associated pedagogical aspects.
Interested?
Follow the link below for further information and how to apply. The online Welcome and Research Session will take place on Thursday 11th January 2024 |
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SKTM Primary Teachers
Programme
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“The programme really opened my eyes to the importance of teaching shape and space to children, alongside the continued focus on number. It was wonderful to see one particular pupil grow in confidence and capability through working with her on her spatial reasoning and visualisation skills ”
Participant from the EMS Maths Hub 2022/23 SKTM Primary Teachers Programme- Spatial Reasoning Pathway
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Spatial Reasoning Pathway
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This programme focuses on the importance of spatial reasoning within the mathematics curriculum, understanding the properties of shapes and developing geometric reasoning, enhancing opportunities for spatial reasoning and considering links between spatial reasoning and number/calculation.
This Programme is led by Vicki Giffard - Primary Mathematics Consultant. Vicki featured in the latest Maths Hubs Annual Report, you can read more about how Vicki’s experience and passion for maths research enhanced her leadership of this programme, and enabled her to tailor the content for her group by following this link (pages 17 & 18).
Interested?
Follow the link below for further information and how to apply. The online introductory session will take place on Monday 29th January 2024 |
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SKTM Primary Teaching
Assistants Programme
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“I have more confidence to work independently and pitch lessons at different levels.”
"I have a greater understanding of identifying gaps in learning, and what these might be."
Participants from the EMS Maths Hub 2022/23 SKTM Primary Teaching Assistants Programme
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This SKTM Primary Teaching Assistant Programme will focus on - what is effective in the learning and teaching of mathematics, number sense, additive reasoning, multiplicative reasoning and fractions. This is a fully online programme with eight 2.5 hour sessions.
Interested?
Follow the link below for further information and how to apply. The first online session will take place on Thursday 11th January 2024 9.15am to 11.45am.
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Years 5-8 Continuity Work Group
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This Work Group aims to strengthen the transition from primary to secondary school. It will focus on deepening knowledge and understanding of the curriculum across KS2 and KS3 and the expectations of pupils at the end of each Key Stage. It will also provide opportunities for collaboration and discussion between primary and secondary colleagues on issues of curriculum and pedagogy.
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Interested?
Follow the link below for further information and how to apply. The first session will be on Friday 26th January 2024.
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November's NCETM Primary Round-up includes the new Maths Hubs annual report which includes case studies, statistics and interviews to celebrate the work of England's Maths Hubs in 2022/23. They also share:
- the NCETM podcast episode "Maths Games in the Classroom"
- a new blog post from NCETM Director Charlie Stripp with his thoughts on the latest Ofsted maths subject report
- free maths curriculum resources from Oak National Academy.
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Trusts Working with Maths Hubs
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Understand how MATs can work in partnership with the Maths Hubs
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Over one thousand trusts across England are already working with the Maths Hubs. The NCETM has launched a new web page which includes the flexible ways trusts can work with Maths Hubs, and the benefits.
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