'Big Maths'

'Big Maths' is a totally new approach to the teaching of mathematics in primary schools. It follows the same broad ideas that have made 'Big Writing' so effective in raising standards in writing and enjoyable to teach for so many teachers. 'Big Maths' begins with a model of numeracy development that provides a fresh way of looking at primary mathematics. It's a simple but effective model that will help us look at many other maths concepts with greater insight.

'Big Maths' is based upon the principle that there are 4 core skills that lie at the heart of numeracy. These core skills form the platform for virtually all other maths skills and are affectionately known as CLIC, Counting, Learn its, It's nothing new! and Calculations . Because it is so important for all children to make progress in all 4 core skills, 'Big Maths' involves teaching through the CLIC phases every day in a fun, engaging and lively manner.

Intended Audience

  • Mathematics Teachers
  • Mathematics Subject Leaders
  • Numeracy Co-ordinatiors
  • LEA Representatives
  • Head Teachers
  • Managers

Objectives

  • To describe the principles of Big Maths in sufficient detail for delegates to begin implementation on their return to school
  • To identify the benefits of the Big Maths strategies and provide evidence of their effectiveness in raising standards in primary mathematics
  • To introduce CLIC and demonstrate its effectiveness as a teaching approach for primary mathematics
  • To share resources and techniques that will increase levels of enjoyment and engagement in school
  • To provide practical ideas for strengthening mathematical thinking by increasing opportunities for discussion and dialogue

Conference Dates

DateVenueTrainerCostVATTotal 
29/09/2010LiverpoolBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
13/10/2010NewcastleBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
10/11/2010BirminghamBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
11/11/2010BristolBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
17/11/2010LondonBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
01/12/2010ManchesterBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
08/12/2010LeedsBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
27/01/2011MaidstoneBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
10/02/2011YorkBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
17/02/2011NottinghamBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
04/03/2011NewcastleBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
10/03/2011BirminghamBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
17/03/2011LiverpoolBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
23/03/2011LeedsBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
30/03/2011ManchesterBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book
06/04/2011LondonBen Harding£230.00£40.25£270.25Book