Within Standards Fund allocation for 2004/2005, funding was devolved to enable every mathematics co-ordinator to attend a half-day of training.
The focus of the session will be upon three main areas:
1) Assessment for Learning
Current and future support in relation to mathematics.
2) Mathematics and ICT
An update will be given regarding new material which has been produced to support the use of ICT in the maths lesson. New arrangements for accessing this and future support materials will be outlined.
3) Problem Solving in Mathematics
Outline of the current position in Gateshead and a possible way forward.
FOR ALLOCATED DATES PLEASE REFER TO LETTER DATED 25 APRIL 2005. It is essential that reply slips are completed and returned to ensure appropriate catering and accommodation arrangements.
If you have any queries regarding this information, please contact Dorothy Perriam, Support Assistant, by telephone on 0191 4338648 or by e-mail to dorothyperriam@gateshead.gov.uk