Brief Introduction
Develop as a mentor of early career maths teachers through engagement with robust and up-to-date mathematics education research.Course Summary
This course focuses on key ideas in mentoring mathematics teachers. It explores different strategies for supporting teacher growth and development in the field of mathematics education.Key Learning Points
- Understanding the key concepts of mentoring in mathematics education
- Exploring different approaches to mentoring mathematics teachers
- Developing strategies for effective mentoring
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a deeper understanding of mentoring in mathematics education
- Explore different approaches to mentoring mathematics teachers
- Develop strategies for effective mentoring
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of mathematics education
- Interest in mentoring and teacher development
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Teaching Mathematics for Mastery
- Mathematics Education in Schools
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Education
- Lewis and Virginia Eaton Professor of Psychology
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is suitable for those who have been teaching mathematics at secondary school level for at least three years. This background is needed as mentors draw upon their observations and wealth of knowledge as experienced teachers to suggest effective and workable approaches for maths lessons. This background is necessary for mentors to draw upon their observations and knowledge as experienced teachers.
Outline
- Introduction to the course Welcome and course overview Getting the most from the course Introduce yourself Fostering Algebraic Reasoning Introduction Mathematical Relations Algebraic Language Solving Equations Fostering Algebraic Reasoning: Reflections and Concluding remarks Fostering Geometric Reasoning Introduction Working with diagrams Visualising Invariance Fostering Geometric Reasoning: Reflections, Learning Live, and Concluding remarks Fostering Numerical Reasoning Introduction Negative numbers and the minus sign Fractions Developing fluency with times tables Fostering Numerical Reasoning: Reflections and Concluding remarks Fostering Functional Reasoning Introduction Knowledge about functions Graphical representations of functions Square roots Fostering Functional Reasoning: Reflections, Learning Live, and Concluding remarks
Summary of User Reviews
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course offers practical strategies that can be easily applied in the classroom.Pros from User Reviews
- Well-structured and easy to follow
- Engaging and interactive content
- Useful resources and materials provided
- Great opportunity for professional development
- Expert instructors with real-world experience
Cons from User Reviews
- Some of the content may be too basic for experienced teachers
- Limited interaction with other participants
- No formal assessment or certification
- Not specific to teaching mathematics in different cultural contexts
- Some technical issues with the online platform
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