The Trouble with Maths - Course Overview
Steve Chinn is the lead tutor for this unique four-day course. An Advanced
Certificate in "Overcoming barriers to learning in Mathematics" is also available for participants who would like to gain a professional accreditation. (please see options
information below).Link to course details
Link to Worcester University
Course description
This is a four-day course that provides a strong foundation to understanding and resolving the difficulties experienced by pupils in learning Mathematics. It has evolved from the many training courses Steve Chinn has run over the past twenty years and is based on his extensive experience and research in the classroom especially that gained at Mark College, the school that Steve founded in 1986 for significantly dyslexic boys.
During the four days you will receive presentations, analyse video, take part
in discussions and undertake a number of group tasks. You will also be asked to
undertake a small amount of work before the course so that you are well
prepared. The four days have a clear structure but will be flexible and
responsive to the groups needs.
There is a carefully structured and unified philosophy behind the course that
looks at the learner, the subject and how it can be taught so that learners who
typically underachieve can achieve. It is the integration of the many strands
and facets that define the learner and the subject and the sound mathematical structure that makes this course unique.
Who will benefit from the course?
The course is relevant to teachers/tutors, numeracy and Maths subject leaders, LA support and strategy staff and educational psychologists working in:
- Mainstream primary and secondary schools
- Special schools
- FE & HE institutions
- Independent & International schools and colleges
Course options and additional study routes
| Option 1: Full or part-time certificate of attendance |
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| We
would encourage you to attend the full four days in order to gain the
most from Steve Chinn's knowledge and experience. However, it is also
possible to attend on a "pick and mix" basis to suit your individual
interests and needs Outcomes:
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However if you are looking for a professionally accredited certificate then we would encourage you to consider the following:
| Option 2: University Advanced Certificate in "Overcoming barriers to learning in Mathematics". |
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| To
achieve the full certificate awarded by the University of Worcester you
have to successfully complete both Module 1 & Module 2 and for each module you
will be required to complete a portfolio of practical assignments for
assessment. |
Fil Came
- Tutor and Director Learning Works
Fil is the co-author of the best selling book ?Working with Dyscalculia?, and will act in a support role linking with the University of Worcester
and supporting colleagues who wish to complete the Advanced Certificate. Course
outcomes and additional study routes
Study support
- Comprehensive course notes and handouts from presenters
- Practical distance learning workbook
- CD ROMs of additional documentation, downloads, software and school-based materials
- Study partner/buddy
- Email and telephone contact with tutors
University
support
- Student handbook
- Student ID card
- Individual university web and network account
- Individual "sole" account
- Access to blackboard - on-line learning resources
- University email account
- Full access to library resources
Outcomes:
- Individual module awards for professional portfolios
- 15 CAT points per module (Level 6)
- University Advanced Certificate "Overcoming barriers to learning in Mathematics" on completion of both modules
Link to Worcester University