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Completing How to plan a cohesive and effective mathematics curriculum will contribute 1 hour and 30 minutes of NSW Education Standards Education Authority (NESA) Accredited PD in the priority area of Delivery and assessment of NSW Curriculum/Early Years Learning Framework addressing standard descriptors 3.2.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Course Description

Often, by default, the way in which secondary mathematics is delivered follows the textbook used. Although this is not necessarily a bad approach there are alternatives that may be more effective in terms of students’ engagement and achievement. In this webinar, we will explore an approach to creating a cohesive and effective mathematics program. By cohesive I mean one where the topics flow and build on each other and by effective, I mean that students will build on their previous understanding in a way that is meaningful. Although I will be using the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics as my example the methodology is applicable to any curriculum. We will look at how to sequence topics, using spiralling and interleaving. How to use cognitive load theory and retrieval practice to ensure that students retain what they learn. This webinar will enable you to rethink how mathematics can best be delivered in the secondary years.

Audience

This webinar is for all secondary teachers and leaders of mathematics. It would also be of interest to curriculum leaders and principals.

Teaching Standards

3.2.2 Proficient Level - Plan for and Implement Effective Teaching and Learning - Plan, structure and sequence learning programs:  Plan and implement well-structured learning and teaching programs or lesson sequences that engage students and promote learning"


Presenter

Vicky Kennard

Vicky Kennard

I am an experienced mathematics consultant and curriculum writer, having worked in mathematics education for over 25 years. I have worked from F - 12 in Australia and the UK. I am skilled in curriculum development, lesson/unit planning, teacher professional development, presenting and public speaking. I have worked across Australia in all school sectors and worked with them to improve student outcomes and motivate and enthuse teachers to enjoy delivering their maths lessons. I am passionate about mathematics and aim to inspire teachers and students to love it too.