Top tips for Maths and ICT: Presentation

D9 Teacher presents...

When: 15th November 2011
Time: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Venue: St Matthew’s School, Hasting, NZ                                    
Using  ICT   software tools  to  empower  students  and   maximize  teaching  and  learning.

 

Using ICT to support the Maths curriculum on Prezi

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What makes a quality Maths lesson?

An inclusive classroom climate

Students should be within an enviroment that fosters confidence and the ability to take risks, to discuss with others, and to listen actively. Provision of a well-organised environment that maximises students’ learning time are critical. The valuing of student diversity – academically, socially, and culturally – is fundamental to the development of positive relationships between teacher and students (Bishop et al., 2003). Ka Hikitia – Managing for Success: The Māori Education Strategy 2008–2012 and Pasifika Education Plan 2008–2012 support schools to provide inclusive classroom climates for all students.

Focused planning

Both formal and informal assessments identify needs of students. Planning is personalised to the students needs. Students are aware of (and sometimes set) the learning goals. These goals change and grow as learning occurs.

Problem-centred activities

Cross-national comparisons show that students in high-performing countries spend a large proportion of their class time solving problems (Stigler & Hiebert, 1997). The students do so individually as well as co-operatively. Fundamental to this is a shared belief, between teacher and students, that the responsibility for knowledge creation lies with the students (Clarke & Hoon, 2005).

Responsive lessons

Differentiation is the key here. Where teachers constantly monitor their students’ thinking and react by continually adjusting the tasks, questions, scaffolding, and feedback provided.

Connections

Teachers use powerful representations of concepts and transparently link mathematical vocabulary and symbols with actions on materials. The use of realistic contexts helps students to connect mathematics with their worlds.

High expectations

Teachers ask questions that provoke high-order thinking skills, such as analysing, synthesising and they have high expectations for student achievement. They encourage students to regulate their own learning, make their own learning decisions, and be self-critical. Successful teachers provide incentives, recognition, and support for students to be independent learners.

Equity

Success for all students is a key goal, and quality teachers provide extra time for students with high learning needs. They promote respect and empathy in their students for the needs of others.
From TKI:National Standards: Standards and effective teaching

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