Detecting shaky learning and dealing with it “Shaky learning” is often well hidden by pupils. Without getting to the root of the problem, you will only sticky plaster the cracks. Read more about Detecting shaky learning and dealing with it
Can't calculate? Could place value be the culprit? The gaps in place value understanding are the main culprit when children can’t calculate - here are some ideas to fix this. Read more about Can't calculate? Could place value be the culprit?
Welcome to the Omnibox The Omnibox in Google Chrome transforms the browser into a multi-functional toolbox, saving us time in the classroom and beyond. Read more about Welcome to the Omnibox
Hit the ground running - updates to G Suite, ready for the autumn term Google regularly updates its G Suite platform, and sometimes we log-in and find brand new features awaiting us. Here are a couple of the most... Read more about Hit the ground running - updates to G Suite, ready for the autumn term
Off to 'big school': reflections on how we navigate transition in maths As children transition into junior, middle and secondary schools, Siobhan King reflects on how well we set our compasses to ensure that children... Read more about Off to 'big school': reflections on how we navigate transition in maths
How the National Centre for Computing Education can help your school The National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE) is a DfE funded organisation that aims to support the teaching of computing in primary and... Read more about How the National Centre for Computing Education can help your school
I think therefore I can? Modelling precise mathematical reasoning Laura Bishop ponders why we are often disappointed in the quality of written responses that we receive in maths books. Do we actually teach children... Read more about I think therefore I can? Modelling precise mathematical reasoning
Persistent difficulties in maths: Does labelling help? Gill Shearsby-Fox considers why learning maths for some pupils seems as hard as crossing the Grand Canyon. Read more about Persistent difficulties in maths: Does labelling help?
Where’s the reasoning? David Cook, Lead Adviser for primary mathematics tells us that the ‘tentacles’ of reasoning permeate and connect concepts. In this way, it holds... Read more about Where’s the reasoning?
More than growth mindset Do they need to try, try, try until they can, can, can? Siobhan King considers how growth mindset messages are not enough. Read more about More than growth mindset