CAS01Calculus and Statistics using Autograph, in Years 11 and 12 Course rating:

Autograph’s classroom-friendly operation, coupled with fascinating resources on the web, can bring the more advanced mathematics curriculum to life. The course will demonstrate Douglas’ unique style of lesson plans, starting with Calculus topics from Mathematical Methods: introducing differentiation and integration, and ‘e’, and establishing why the integral of 1/x is lnx. Topics from the More

Wondering how to improve teaching and learning across your school? This course will explore the benefits and importance of Learning Communities in schools and the enhanced teaching and learning that results from such teamwork. The Lesson Study Model will be explored as a means of developing teaching practice within schools. Teachers will also be taken through the Action Research model developed b More

DGA00Dynamic Geometry and Algebra with GeoGebra - Online CourseCourse rating:

GeoGebra is cost-free, multi-platform mathematics software for schools, dynamically connecting concepts in geometry, algebra and calculus. This ONLINE course runs over 6 wks with the min requirement being 1 hr/wk. Many people spend 2-3 hrs/week. You are able to complete the course in a few long sittings (eg the holiday course). Please read teacher's comments: more info - scroll to the bottom. The More

GTB03Getting the best Extension 2 Mathematics HSC resultsCourse rating:

Morris has led some of the most successful mathematics departments in NSW. His schools have been in the top ten in NSW. In this one day course he will share with you his ideas to maximise HSC results. Morris will discuss his exam preparation techniques and tips. He will share his in-depth analysis of trends in the HSC questions. The final part of the day will be devoted to preparing trial More

HTB01How The Brain Learns MathematicsCourse rating:

Much has changed in our knowledge of the brain. This course will focus on the work of David Sousa and his insights. You will learn how the brain processes mathematical concepts and why some students develop maths anxiety. You will learn how to differnetiate your teaching to account for the cognitive mechanisms in learning mathematics, as well as the environmental and developmental factors that More

M2U00Making 2 Unit Maths More excitingCourse rating:

Many of the ideas that form the basis of the 2 Unit Course are difficult for 2 Unit students to grasp. This course will give you ideas, inspiration and most importantly, resources that you can apply in your lessons. Information in powerpoint format and ready made technological activities will be made available to all participants. The course is both theoretical and practical in nature. During More

ME200Making Extension 2 Mathematics Even More ExcitingCourse rating:

Participants will gain a new and exciting perspective on teaching the Extension 2 Course. All the latest technology will be on show, as well as tips and tricks to engage our students. In the final part of the day we will look at the creation of new and interesting assessment task questions. Everyone will receive a USB key packed with PowerPoints ready to go, as well as installers for some of th More

The new courses all feature new mathematics in terms of topics and levels of difficulty. This course will familiarise teachers with the new material and enrich the skills of the participants in statistics, graph theory and linear algebra. More

PTT00Preparing to teach Extension 1 MathematicsCourse rating:

This course will prepare teachers for teaching the harder material in the Extension 1 course. Difficult material from the course will be presented and taught to the attendees. Assessment task preparation will be discussed. Strategies to maximise HSC performance will be revealed. Teachers will receive a variety of resources which they can use to teach several of the more difficult topics from this More

PTT01Preparing to Teach Extension 2 MathematicsCourse rating:

This course will prepare teachers for teaching the harder material in the Extension 2 course. Difficult material from the course will be presented and taught to the attendees. Assessment task preparation will be discussed. Strategies to maximise HSC performance will be revealed. Teachers will receive a variety of resources which they can use to teach several of the more difficult topics from this More

The most important factor contributing to the teaching and learning in schools is the teacher. As teachers we are always searching for ways in which to develop the learning of our students. This course draws on the research of John Hattie to present the most effective teaching practices and how to develop them in the classroom. Teachers will be provided with a number of strategies and methods for More

TNH00The New HSC in Extension 2 MathsCourse rating:

In 2012 we will see the most radical changes to the HSC mathematics examinations in 30 years. All of this is to happen before the National Curriculum sees the light of day. This course will fully prepare teachers for the changes. We will workshop the writing of original assessment task questions, ensuring we meet the new guidelines. Teachers will leave with resources to meet the challenge o More

TSW03Applying Neuroplasticity to Mathematics Education Course rating:

This session will explore the latest research on optimal ways the brain learns and retains new learning. Teaching students who struggle in understanding key concepts in Mathematics can be very challenging. We often find previous learning has been lost by the very next lesson. As a result, student frustration and feelings of inadequacy may lead to disengagement and “Maths Anxiety”. We will lo More