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Issues in Mathematics Education
A Postgraduate Certificate Course for Secondary Mathematics teachers and Primary Specialists.
Course Co-ordinator: Professor Janet Ainley
Overview
This practical and relevant course will provide you with the opportunity to deepen and broaden your knowledge, skills and understanding of issues in mathematics education.
The course will cover issues such as:
- What helps and hinders pupils' learning?
- How the use of technology can affect the learning and the teaching of mathematics
- The role of written and spoken language in mathematical learning and assessment
Course Aims
This course aims to:
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enhance your pupils’ learning
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extend your personal skills in learning and research
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prepare you for new curriculum developments in mathematics
Teaching Sessions
| 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 16 November, 1.00pm-6.00pm | Wednesday 1 February, 1.00pm-6.00pm |
| Friday 2 December, 9.00am-4.00pm | Friday 16 March, 9.00am-4.00pm |
| Saturday 3 December, 9.00am-2.00pm |
Saturday 17 March, 9.00am-2.00pm |
| Wednesday 13 June, 1.00pm-6.00pm |
Fees
The course fee for 2011-2012 is:
£1,500
How to Apply
To request further information and an application pack please follow the links below and select 'CPD for teachers' under level of study.
Enquiries
For specific enquiries about the Postgraduate Certificate in Issues in Mathematics Education, please contact us on:
Telephone: 0116 252 3656
Email: cpdinfo@le.ac.uk
