Improve your maths culture
Three thinking points for primary maths teachers on how to boost pupils’ confidence and tackle maths anxiety
- by Teachwire
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8 reasons to ditch ‘quick’ maths
Why being speedy at sums doesn’t necessarily mean you’re good at maths
How to move away from a right/wrong culture
If we value children’s creativity, why are so many maths lessons based on recalling abstract, unrelated algorithms?
How to tackle maths anxiety
It can have far-reaching effects, says Marie Thompson, but there are simple changes you can make that will have a really positive impact
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