This course book is an invaluable guide to teaching mathematics in the primary classroom. It is designed for all trainees working towards achieving QTS and thus makes specific links to the initial teacher training National Curriculum as well as the pupils National Curriculum and the National Numeracy Strategy.
It includes classroom scenarios to help trainees make the link between theory and practice as well as ideas for practical activities and summaries of key research.
Mary Briggs is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Education, University of Warwick where she teaches across a range of the Institute's undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Mary was an Early Years, primary and SEN teacher for many years, including deputy and headship before working as an academic in the University sector.
"A book to include on all reading lists... an accessible introduction and a useful summary of reminders for trainees and mentors alike" (Maths in School)