There are many free online digital tools available on the iPad to support the teaching of Numeracy outcomes. In this training session, Numeracy Development Officer, Ross Gibson, will look at how to incorporate these tools into your lessons to develop learners understanding of a range of Numeracy concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, decimals and percentages.
Who is this for?
This course is aimed at staff supporting learners who are developing their understanding of First and Second Numeracy outcomes.
Session Outline
- Develop an understanding how the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract Approach) approach using digital tools can reduce misconceptions, develop learner confidence, independence and raise attainment.
- Use an online Rekenrek to develop learners onto a non-count by one strategy and their ability to convert simple fractions into percentages
- Use Mathigon to develop a deep understanding of addition and subtraction
- Use Cuisenaire and Place Value counters to allow all learners to feel confident with the relationship of multiplication, division, remainder and short division (dividing a number by a single digit)
- Use Cuisenaire to teach Fractions of an amount.
- Using Pages to develop a deep understanding of the link between fractions and decimals.
Format
2 hours in-person.
Elements of Highly Effective Practice
This course covers the following elements:
- Teaching
- Learning
- Assessment
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