Introduction and Broad Description of the Context and Goal of the area/ topic addressed
Welcome to Modules 7 of the Excellence in Maths (E= MD ^2) course for teachers, part of our ground-breaking project to improve the mathematical skills of primary and secondary school students. E= MD ^2 is specifically designed for those who face challenges in learning maths and this course aims to give teachers a comprehensive understanding of our innovative approach to the subject. In these modules we will look at the basics of this new approach that our project has developed, the E- MATH DEBATE method. We will also introduce you to the interactive web platform we have developed, which is an invaluable tool for effective teaching and learning of mathematics.
Learning Objectives and outcomes
With the completion of this module the trainees will be able to:
- Understand the key principles and foundations of the E- MATH DEBATE method : By the end of these modules, teachers will be able to understand the core principles and underlying concepts of the E- MATH DEBATE method and gain a solid understanding of its innovative approach to teaching mathematics.
- Apply the E- MATH DEBATE method in the classroom: Teachers will learn how to use the E- MATH DEBATE method effectively in their teaching by incorporating its strategies, techniques and activities to engage and support students with different learning needs.
- Use the interactive web platform for improved mathematics teaching: Teachers will become familiar with the navigation and use of the interactive web platform developed as part of the Excellence in Maths project. They will learn how to use the platform’s features and resources to create engaging and interactive lessons, assessments and activities to suit different learning styles.
Content and Resources
Present a mission: to get our students to see that mathematics is useful for their everyday life. The mission will consist in solving several situations:
Situation 1 – A party to remember!
Situation 2 – FAIR PLAY
Situation 3 – ESCAPE ROOM
Instruments/ Tools/ Supporting Material/ Resources to be used
- Videos
- PowerPoint presentation
- Websites