The NCETM Maths Podcast
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A regular podcast from the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM), exploring areas of interest and debate in the teaching of maths across all school and college phases.
The NCETM Maths Podcast
1d ago
In this episode of the podcast, Rebecca and Sue explore the foundations of doubles in Reception and discuss how this concept is built on in KS1 and beyond. Having both been teachers in Early Years or KS1, they reflect on their own experiences and share practical tips for the classroom.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Sue Evans, Assistant Director for Primary, NCETM
Rebecca Fisher, Communications Manager, NCETM.
Episode chapters
00:06 Introduction and welcome
01:28 What’s so important about doubles
04:01 What experiences ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
1M ago
In this episode of the podcast, we speak to Cat Eadle, a teacher, dyscalculia specialist and co-founder of the Dyscalculia Network. Our conversation explores what dyscalculia is, how it differs from other maths difficulties, and how teachers can facilitate an early diagnosis. We also discuss the importance of teaching ‘maths for life’ skills, dyscalculia in the secondary maths classroom, and how teaching for mastery approaches can support dyscalculic students of all ages to do and enjoy maths.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
2M ago
In Part 2 of Episode 78 of the NCETM Maths Podcast, Professors Alf Coles and Nathalie Sinclair continue their discussion about the dogmas in maths teaching and learning, with host Julia Thomson. We explore the misconceptions that ‘maths is culture-free’ and that 'maths is for some people and not for others'. We also scrutinise the notion that ‘maths is hard because it is abstract’ and discuss the Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract (CPA) model within mastery and the power of representations in maths.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussio ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
2M ago
In this episode, we talk to Professor Alf Coles and Professor Nathalie Sinclair about their book, I Can’t Do Maths! Why children say it and how to make a difference. In the book, Alf and Nathalie identify, unpick and challenge some of the most commonly-held beliefs about maths teaching and learning. In Part 1 of our conversation, we explore the background to the book and the first two dogmas, or myths, about maths education that Alf and Nathalie explore in the book.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Professor Alf Cole ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
4M ago
In Part 2 of our discussion with Dr Ems Lord and Liz Woodham from NRICH and Grace Coker from the EEF, we explore how games can facilitate collaborative problem-solving, encourage parental engagement and make homework more enjoyable.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Ems Lord, Director of NRICH, University of Cambridge
Liz Woodham, Primary Coordinator, NRICH, University of Cambridge
Grace Coker, Maths Content Specialist, Education Endowment Foundation (EEF)
Julia Thomson, Communications Manager, NCETM.
Episode chapters
00:0 ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
5M ago
In Part 1 of this discussion with Dr Ems Lord and Liz Woodham from NRICH and Grace Coker from the EEF, we explore the many benefits of using maths games in both primary and secondary classrooms.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Ems Lord, Director of NRICH, University of Cambridge
Liz Woodham, Primary Coordinator, NRICH, University of Cambridge
Grace Coker, Maths Content Specialist, Education Endowment Foundation (EEF)
Julia Thomson, Communications Manager, NCETM.
Episode chapters
00:06 - Introduction
00:27 - Understa ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
6M ago
Find out about the benefits of getting involved in the work of your local Maths Hub as a participating school, but also what the impact is of having some of your staff become Local Leaders of Maths Education (LLME).
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Sarah Smith, Headteacher Advocate and Executive Headteacher at St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy and Christ the King Catholic Academy in Blackpool
Gabriella May, Primary Mastery Specialist, LLME, head of maths, and teacher at St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy in Blackpool
Rebecca Longw ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
8M ago
Associate Professor at the University of Warwick, Sue Johnston-Wilder, discusses the prevalence of anxiety in our maths classrooms.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Sue Johnston-Wilder, Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Warwick and co-founder of the international Mathematical Resilience Network
Rebecca Longworth, Communications Manager at the NCETM.
Episode chapters
01.06 – Introduction and background of Sue’s work
04.29 – The brain and maths anxiety
10.34 – Who does maths anxiety affect?
1 ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
8M ago
We explore how number lines can be used at KS2 to support children to develop a greater understanding of the linear number system and prepare them for secondary maths.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Jennifer Ruddock, deputy headteacher, Corrie Primary School, Denton
Jordanna Worrall, head of maths, Denton Community College, Denton
Julia Morgans, Maths Hub Lead, Turing North West Maths Hub
Julia Thomson, Communications Manager at the NCETM.
Episode chapters
00:05 – Introduction
02:23 – Why participants in the Work Group ..read more
The NCETM Maths Podcast
8M ago
A secondary maths teacher explains the benefits of using algebra tiles, and shares some practical tips.
A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.
Show notes Taking part in the discussion:
Lizi Pepper, secondary maths teacher and KS3 maths lead at Tytherington School, and Secondary Mastery Specialist
Becky Donaldson, NCETM Assistant Director for Secondary
Beth Goodliff, Senior Communications Manager at the NCETM.
Episode chapters
00:34 – Introductions
01:16 – The big picture: why use algebra tiles?
03:39 – Where to start with algebra tiles
09:09 – Evidence that they are im ..read more