Using manipulatives to enhance understanding in secondary mathematics MY210
Build and deepen understanding within secondary mathematics lessons through the use of manipulatives.
Summary
Research suggests that the use of Manipulatives (including counters, interlocking cubes, Cuisenaire rods, algebra tiles and more) can help to build or deepen understanding of mathematical concepts, and can help students with retention, problem solving and reasoning.
This two-day residential course provides you with a hands-on, practical experience of a range of manipulatives that can be used by teachers of mathematics in secondary school. You will have the opportunity to explore how these objects can embedded in your teaching to deepen understanding within mathematics.
The course looks to build on the use of manipulatives in primary mathematics in order to help reveal mathematical structures at secondary level for all students, regardless of prior attainment.
“Cannot wait to get back to school to share what I have learned and seen and done today” Past participant
“Very Informative and nice to have time to experience the resources and consider different ways of using the manipulatives.” Past participant
During this course, we will:
- explore the amazing world of interlocking cubes
- discover one hundred and one things to do with dice and dominos
- gain insights into teaching using geoboards, bar modelling and proof by origami
The fee covers tuition, meals, and overnight accommodation.
Outcomes
Participants will:
- explore a variety of resources available for use in secondary mathematics
- develop methods for using manipulatives to enhance mathematical understanding and communication
- explore a wealth of resources which can be used in conjunction with manipulatives that are freely available in the National STEM Learning Centre resource collection