Covering Dorset, Devon, Somerset and Wiltshire€¦ · Jurassic Maths Hub Newsletter December 2018...
7
December 2018 Jurassic Maths Hub Newsletter Covering Dorset, Devon, Somerset and Wiltshire I am delighted that the most recent addition to the range of Professional Development groups that we offer as the Jurassic Maths Hub now includes a group of special and mainstream schools working together to improve SEND provision in maths (see flyer on pages 4 / 5). This means we have 24 types of group in our region which breaks down into over 50 collaborative groups of teachers from over 150 schools. Participating in all groups is free and many groups have capacity for more teachers to get involved so do look at our website www. jurassicmaths.com and this brochure which contains most opportunities https://www.woodroffe.dor - set.sch.uk/Maths_Hub/Work - Groups1819/index.html. The new year looks set to be busy as many groups start to meet, but also we host two Shanghai Exchanges. The Castle School, Taunton, are one of only eight schools to be participating nationally in a secondary exchange. Rebecca Murphy recently spent two weeks in As ever, do get in touch for further information or to pass on details of a Maths professional development event in your locality. jurassicmaths@woodroffe. dorset.sch.uk Enjoy the Christmas break Neil Vincent Jurassic Maths Hub Lead. Shanghai observing lessons and working with the Shanghai teachers who will be spending two weeks in the Castle School in January. There are two open session so please see the poster on the following page and follow the booking links. Simultaneously, Shiphay School in Torquay is hosting a Primary exchange so please see the separate poster on page 3 and booking links to join a primary open session. In January we will also begin recruiting lots of Primary Schools to join the Teaching for Mastery programme in September 2019 that will then be in its fourth year. Each year we grow the number of local specialists to run the Teacher Research Groups which consist typically of six par - ticipating schools. Do look at the flyer on page six and complete our basic expression of interest link if you wish to participate. We will also be recruiting for the Secondary programme (in due course) and a new video has been produced showing the benefits of this. SAVE THE DATE Jurassics Maths Hub Summer Conference 2019 Watch this space for more information.
Transcript of Covering Dorset, Devon, Somerset and Wiltshire€¦ · Jurassic Maths Hub Newsletter December 2018...
December 2018Jurassic Maths Hub Newsletter
Covering Dorset, Devon, Somerset and Wiltshire
I am delighted that the most recent addition to the range of Professional Development groups that we offer as the Jurassic Maths Hub now includes a group of special and mainstream schools working together to improve SEND provision in maths (see flyer on pages 4 / 5). This means we have 24 types of group in our region which breaks down into over 50 collaborative groups of teachers from over 150 schools. Participating in all groups is free and many groups have capacity for more teachers to get involved so do look at our website www.jurassicmaths.com and this brochure which contains most opportunities https://www.woodroffe.dor-set.sch.uk/Maths_Hub/Work-Groups1819/index.html.
The new year looks set to be busy as many groups start to meet, but also we host two Shanghai Exchanges. The Castle School, Taunton, are one of only eight schools to be participating nationally in a secondary exchange. Rebecca Murphy recently spent two weeks in
As ever, do get in touch for further information or to pass on details of a Maths professional development event in your locality. [email protected]
Enjoy the Christmas break
Neil Vincent Jurassic Maths Hub Lead.
Shanghai observing lessons and working with the Shanghai teachers who will be spending two weeks in the Castle School in January. There are two open session so please see the poster on the following page and follow the booking links.
Simultaneously, Shiphay School in Torquay is hosting a Primary exchange so please see the separate poster on page 3 and booking links to join a primary open session.
In January we will also begin recruiting lots of Primary Schools to join the Teaching for Mastery programme in September 2019 that will then be in its fourth year. Each year we grow the number of local specialists to run the Teacher Research Groups which consist typically of six par-ticipating schools. Do look at the flyer on page six and complete our basic expression of interest link if you wish to participate. We will also be recruiting for the Secondary programme (in due course) and a new video has been produced showing the benefits of this.
SAVE THE DATE
Jurassics Maths Hub Summer Conference
2019
Watch this space for more information.
This programme involves special and mainstream schools working together to improve SEND provision in maths. Nationally, each Work Group will be formed from at least one special school working with a small group of mainstream schools, either primary, secondary or both, and will focus on a content area or theme that is relevant to all students. The pedagogy introduced, and any resources trialled, will be viewed in light of how they support the principles of teaching for mastery
Locally, the Jurassic Maths Hub will draw together teachers who are interested in developing their skills and the provision of maths education for SEND pupils. The development of a network is the priority for 2018/19. A focus for the network this year will be how in mathematics we assess and identify progression steps for pupils moving on from Early Learning Goals.
Who is this for?All teachers of mathematics at primary, secondary and special schools. Ideally teachers should have at least two years’ experience in the classroom and may be the lead in mathematics in their setting. This Work Group would also be suitable for a SENCo in mainstream schools with a strong background in mathematics.
What is involved?• A series of collaborative workshops which will initially focus on exploring methods of assessment, moderation and progression for students of any age who are moving on from Early Learning Goals• School-based work to trial approaches discussed at face-to-face meetings.• Online discussion as part of a professional community
Teachers will improve their understanding of the different areas within SEND and the pedagogy that is associated with working with these students. The focus for the sessions this year will be on how we assess, moderate and provide progression for those who are working significantly below age related expectation and reaching or have reached the Early Learning Goals.
Classroom practice develops through a series of gap tasks where teachers try out activities to promote depth of understanding; consequently, pupils will develop a deeper understanding of the mathematical ideas and be more confident in their mathematics.
The wider contextCollectively, the network of Maths Hubs across England work on projects around national maths education priority areas. One of those priorities requires Maths Hubs to work in the area of subject knowledge enhancement for all teachers of mathematics, which, of course, includes those teachers working with pupils with SEND. Each Maths Hub participating in a national project runs a local Work Group, where teachers come together over a period of time to work on areas defined by the project. All Work Groups are subject to a common evaluation process, which collectively provides a body of evidence on the project’s outcomes. So, your participation in this Work Group will contribute to your ownprofessional leaning, and that of your school colleagues, as well as contributing to the improvement of maths education at a national level.
Expectations of participants and their schoolsParticipants should be working with pupils with SEND either in a mainstream school or specialist provision. They must be able and willing to commit to participate fully in all elements of the programme:
Workshops will be held at Southbrook School, Exeter, EX2 6JB on
• Wednesday 23rd January 13:30 – 15:30 • Wednesday 20th March 13:30 – 16:30 • Wednesday 1st May 13:30 – 16:30
It is also possible that the work group lead can provide outreach support to members of the group who feel this would be of benefit.The participant’s school must have the capacity and commitment to support them throughout the programme.
FundingThere is no charge for teachers and schools to take part in this Work Group. All costs are met by Maths Hub funds. Cover and travel expenses will need to be funded by each school as necessary.
Who is leading the Work Group?Kathryn Wharton-Darke is the lead for the work group. She is Head of Maths at Southbrook School, which is an 11–16, SEND provision based in Exeter. Before moving to Southbrook, she was a teacher of maths at Uffculme School and has a broad range of experience in teaching maths to students with SEND in both mainstream and specialist environments.
If you’re interested, what next?Please apply by completing the Expression of Interest form by clicking here.Please contact [email protected] for any further information.
As part of the hub’s work supporting local leaders of maths education, the first South West Mathematics PD providers conference was held in September, hosted jointly by Jurassic and CODE hubs. The day was attended by mathematics advisers and consultants, NCETM accredited PD leads, mathematics SLEs, teaching for mastery specialists and maths hub work group leads. John Mason, Anne Watson, Laurie Jacques and Tom Francombe all contributed to what was a fantastic day of thinking and challenge around the theme of variation.
The second PD Providers Conference is planned for September 2019; if you are interesting in attending as a local leaders of mathematics then please complete an online expression of interest form:
‘Excellent Speakers, excellent to have time to reflect and discuss, great location’
Katharine Anstey - SLE, SIFF Lead, Work Group Lead
‘A really worthwhile day, thank you! An absolute treat to have such a range of
professional to stimulate mathematical thinking’Jennie Fellows - Advisor
CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE to express your
interest
Annual Conference for Primary Maths and English Subject Leaders
Keynote speaker is Jean GrossOur ‘not-to-be-missed’ Annual Conference that keeps
your English and Mathematics subject leaders up-to-date with all the latest, important and useful
educational information and practices. The timing enables your Subject Leaders to plan
effectively for the following year’s developments, and ensures they know where the best practice can be
found. The theme for 2019 will be ‘developing underperforming pupils’, so we are thrilled to have Jean Gross for our Keynote Speaker this year. Book fast as it is’ first come, first served’, and this year’s
Conference will be one you don’t want to miss!
14 March 2019
9:30 - 15:30
Hethfelton House, Wareham
Course Code 10208-0319-T001Book Via www.dorsetnexus.org
For further details contact Gypsy Page:[email protected]
Save the date - Subject Leaders MeetingsDorset Secondary Subject Leaders Meetings
Tuesday 13 March 2019Tuesday 4 July 2019
Venue: Kingston Mauward, Dorchester, DT2 8PY, all day.For more information email: [email protected]
Devon Primary Subject Leaders Meetings
• St Cuthbert’s Conference Centre, Buckfast: 15 March 2019, 5 July 2019
• RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington: 27 Fenruary 2019, 20 June 2019
• Tiverton Hotel, Tiverton: 6 March 2019, 3 July 2019• Exminster Healthy Living Centre, Nr. Exeter: 27 February 2019, 27 June 2019
Times: 9:30-12:00. For more information email Dr Ruth Trundley:[email protected]
Richard Perring
Ruth Trundley
Tracy Bolton
Somerset Primary Subject Leaders Meeting
• Preston Primary School, Yeovil, BA21 3SN: 3 April 2019, Summer term tbc.
• Evercreech Primary School, Shepton Mallet, BA4 6EH: 4 April 2019, 4 July 2019.
Times: 1.30-4.00. For more information email Tracy Bolton:[email protected]
Dorset Primary Subject Leaders Meetings
Joint Maths and English Subject Leaders: Hethfelton House, Wareham, BH20 6HS - 14 March 2019, 9.00-4.00
Maths Subject Leaders: Durweston Village Hall, Blandford Forum DT11 0QA - 6 June 2019, 1.30-4.00
For more information email Jennie Fellowes: [email protected]
Jennie Fellowes
AMSP are running three professional development days for KS5 maths teachers which will be running in the Spring Term.
Problem Solving in Mechanics – Friday 15th March 2019 at The Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport
https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/5437
Using Geogebra – Friday 1st March 2019 at Blandford School https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/5438
Core Maths: A Fresh Approach to Teaching Mathematics – Friday 29th March at The Bishop of Winchester Academy in Bournemouth https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/5446
Please email [email protected]
for more information.
For more information and to book a place please email:
An article about the research, titled ‘Changing lives and providing equity through pre-teaching and assigning competence’ has also been published by ATM in Mathematics Teaching 262 :https://www.atm.org.uk/mathematics-teach-ing-journal-archive/143143. The final report from the project can also be accessed at:https://www.babcockldp.co.uk/maths
The British Congress of Mathematics Education (BCME) held its ninth conference at Easter and Dr Ruth Trundley (Babcock LDP) presented a session on the research carried out by a work group that was joint funded by Jurassic Maths Hub, CODE Maths Hub and Devon LA. This work group looked at ‘Supporting children to be active and influential participants in mathematics lessons through effective use of assigning competence and pre-teaching.’ A formal peer-reviewed proceedings paper on the research has now been published available on the BSRLM website http://www.bsrlm.org.uk/bcme-9/.
Jurassic Maths HubThe Woodroffe School
Uplyme RoadLyme Regis
DorsetDT7 3LX
01297 442232 @jurassicmathswww.jurassicmaths.com
