Maria Goulding

Now in its fifth edition, the best-selling text Mathematical Knowledge for Primary Teachers provides trainee teachers with clear information about the fundamental mathematical ideas taught in primary schools.With rigorous and comprehensive coverage of all the mathematical knowledge primary teachers need, the text goes beyond rules and routines to help readers deepen their understanding of mathematical ideas and increase their confidence in teaching these ideas. The book has been updated to incorporate changes in the National Curriculum and the associated tests. In addition, Chapter 1 has been expanded to discuss mathematical understanding in the light of the challenges posed by the current changes. These include the re-introduction of traditional calculation methods for multiplication and division, the early coverage of abstract fractions calculations and much more.Features include:¦ ‘Check’ questions to test the reader’s understanding¦ ‘Challenges’ to increase teachers’ confidence and stretch their mathematical abilities¦ ‘Links with the classroom’ to emphasise the relevance of ideas to the classroom context¦ Straightforward coverage from theory to practice for all aspects of the Mathematics Framework.The book is accompanied by eResources which contains further visual activities and support, designed to scaffold and support the reader’s own understanding. Essential reading for all practising and trainee primary teachers, this book is ideal for those who wish to increase their mathematical understanding and confidence in presenting mathematics in the classroom.

Now in its fifth edition, the best-selling text Mathematical Knowledge for Primary Teachers provides trainee teachers with clear information about the fundamental mathematical ideas taught in primary schools.With rigorous and comprehensive coverage of all the mathematical knowledge primary teachers need, the text goes beyond rules and routines to help readers deepen their understanding of mathematical ideas and increase their confidence in teaching these ideas. The book has been updated to incorporate changes in the National Curriculum and the associated tests. In addition, Chapter 1 has been expanded to discuss mathematical understanding in the light of the challenges posed by the current changes. These include the re-introduction of traditional calculation methods for multiplication and division, the early coverage of abstract fractions calculations and much more.Features include:¦ ‘Check’ questions to test the reader’s understanding¦ ‘Challenges’ to increase teachers’ confidence and stretch their mathematical abilities¦ ‘Links with the classroom’ to emphasise the relevance of ideas to the classroom context¦ Straightforward coverage from theory to practice for all aspects of the Mathematics Framework.The book is accompanied by eResources which contains further visual activities and support, designed to scaffold and support the reader’s own understanding. Essential reading for all practising and trainee primary teachers, this book is ideal for those who wish to increase their mathematical understanding and confidence in presenting mathematics in the classroom.

First Published in 2005. Updated to take account of the new Key Stage 3 Strategy and the Qualified Teacher Status standards for trainee teachers, this book provides valuable insights into the effective teaching of secondary mathematics. Drawing upon accounts of real classroom experiences, it clearly explains how these can be related to key theoretical ideas and offer: discussion of theory and research into the teaching and learning of mathematics; background to current curriculum and assessment arrangements for mathematics in schools; practical ideas for planning and evaluating the learning of your pupils; background to the requirements for initial teacher training and insights into how you can develop continuously as a 'reflective' teacher. This resource has been written for students and newly qualified teachers of secondary mathematics and school-based mentors.