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

DMU00Dynamic Maths Using Interactive WhiteboardsCourse rating:

Often students view Mathematics as a dry, non interesting subject. Learn to use interactive white boards to teach Junior and Senior Maths topics in exciting and interesting ways that minimise work for teachers and maximise outcomes for students. Make learning maths relevant and enjoyable as well as increase student interaction, understanding and retention of concepts. You will be guided to learn h More

GAD00GeoGebra: A Dynamic Approach to Yr 9-10 Trigonometry - Online CourseCourse rating:

This is a 'beyond-beginners' ONLINE course. If you have not completed one of Richard's intro courses but have some experience with GeoGebra then check the prerequisite skill list at the end of this overview. This course guides you through an engaging, inquiry-based, hands-on approach to teaching Yr 9-10 trigonometry. The course looks at building files which serve to get students thinking rather th 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

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

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

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

A 1-day face-to-face course plus 3 hrs online. Are you tired of dealing with students who lack enthusiasm in your maths lessons? Do you find that many students lack perseverance, give up readily on tasks and/or become bored / disruptive at the very point when they could learn something of value? Are you the one doing all the hard work in your lessons? This course provides a model for teaching whi More

A 1-day face-to-face course plus 3 hrs online. Are you tired of dealing with students who lack enthusiasm in your maths lessons? Do you find that many students lack perseverance, give up readily on tasks and/or become bored / disruptive at the very point when they could learn something of value? Are you the one doing all the hard work in your lessons? This course provides a model for teaching whic More

UFM01Understanding Financial Mathematics Course rating:

A complete overview of all the Financial Mathematics components from the senior General Mathematics and Mathematics courses. This will be a practical presentation aimed at new scheme teachers and also those looking at teaching the senior Mathematics course for the first time. Gain a deeper understanding of the financial components of the Preliminary and HSC General Mathematics course. This worksho More

UGT00Using Geogebra to illuminate Stage 5 and Stage 6 mathematicsCourse rating:

Geogebra is the mathematical software that has taken the world by storm. Its is free and installed on all the laptops which our students in DET schools are using.This course is part of the 'Laptop in the Classroom' series so BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP. This course will provide strategies to enhance your lessons and your students' learning. You will finish the day with a thorough working knowledge of More