Building confidence as an ECT mathematics teacher SL454 /
Summary
Teachers of mathematics who are in the early years of their teaching career are invited to join us to develop a range of teaching strategies to help engage and inspire students in maths.
You will explore approaches to questioning, promoting positive behaviour, lesson design and ways of giving feedback that make a difference.
"There were a lot of useful tips and strategies given to us. We discussed situations from our teaching that were not good and got advice on how to improve it, change it, etc. I have few things I'm going to try out to improve my practice." - Past participant
Who is it for?
Mathematics ECTs (Early Career Teachers), RQTs (Recently Qualified Teachers) or trainee teachers who are teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 for the first time. This may also be a good introduction to the subject for a non-specialists looking to teach secondary mathematics
What topics are covered?
You will consider mathematical reasoning, effective questioning, behaviour strategies, lesson design and more
How will you learn?
High impact, high quality residential CPD at our National STEM Learning Centre in York - delivered by experts - which will transform your teaching practice, and also give you the chance to meet colleagues from across the UK in person.
Fantastic on site accommodation and delicious food is included too
How long is this course?
2 days
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
- establish a vision for your teaching and explore strategies to maintain resilience as a new teacher
- experience methods for increasing progress for low attaining students, and methods for promoting positive behaviour
- explore reasoning, problem solving skills, questioning strategies and resources
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Building confidence as an ECT mathematics teacher | 11 November 2024 | 10:30-17:30 | Millennium Point |
| 2 Building confidence as an ECT mathematics teacher | 12 November 2024 | 09:00-16:00 | Millennium Point |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£560.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£640.00 +VAT |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Alternative dates
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
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