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

DML00Dynamic Maths Lessons Using Smart BoardCourse rating:

Often students view Mathematics as a dry, non interesting subject. Learn to use Smart 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 increase student interaction, understanding and retention of concepts. Numerous ready made lessons will be made a 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

GTB01Getting the best 2 Unit 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

GTB02Getting the best Extension 1 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

ME101Making Extension 1 Mathematics Even More ExcitingCourse rating:

Participants will gain a new and exciting perspective on teaching the Extension 1 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

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

PTT03Preparing to Teach Unit 2 Mathematics Preliminary CourseCourse rating:

his course will prepare teachers for teaching the harder material in the 2 unit mathematics Prelimainary 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 difficul More

PTT04Preparing to Teach 2 Unit Mathematics HSC CourseCourse rating:

his course will prepare teachers for teaching the harder material in the 2 unit mathematics HSC component of the 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 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

This course will look at the kinds of questions that 2 Unit students will need to address to score well in the HSC. Morris will look at key HSC questions across all the major topics. We will develop insights into how best to synchronize best teaching practice with interesting insights and tips to enlighten the path for students. More

TNH01The New HSC in Extension 1 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 chall More

TNH02The New HSC in 2 Unit 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 challe More

When do we get the time to make a deep analysis of the latest HSC trends? This course provides the analysis and then looks in depth at the more difficult materials seeking nsights that will inform our teaching practice. The more difficult questions almost always involve The Binomial Theorem and Projectile Motion. Participants will receive an in depth treatment of these more challenging topics. 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 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