Raising the Titanic (with ping-pong balls)
OnlineOverview
In this session Tom Crawford demonstrates some ideas that he has successfully used to engage students with a wide range of mathematical topics.
This webinar is one of an extensive series, taking place as part of our Core Maths Online Festival. The sessions are designed to appeal to all teachers of maths and, in some cases, teachers of other subjects. Each webinar is designed to stand alone and will last approximately 90 minutes.
Who will benefit from attending?
This session is particularly designed to appeal to Key Stage 4 & 5 maths teachers.
Speaker
Tom Crawford
University of Oxford tutor and creator of award winning website, Tom Rocks Maths
Content
Tim Harford
Saturday 16 January, 9:30-10:30
Tim will highlight gems from his latest book, igniting your curiosity and inspiring you to pass these tools on to your students. Tim has even agreed to undertake a Core Maths question live in the session!
Rob Eastaway
Thursday 21 January, 16:30-17:30
Algorithms; Mathematical models; Statistical analysis. These Core Maths skills are more relevant today than they have ever been. And one of the most engaging ways to learn about them is through sport! This fascinating talk will give you insights into what sport can teach us about ranking and decision making in every walk of life.
Angela Saini
Saturday 23 January, 9:30-10:30
“It has taken a pandemic to put the issue of minority-ethnic health at the top of the agenda.”
What does the data say about racial disparity and health and how has this been reported? We hope this talk will leave you enlightened and with increased confidence to tackle challenging contexts in the classroom.
Materials and Equipment
During the session, there will be opportunities to ask questions via the chat function on the platform but microphones and webcams are not necessary.
Other Information
Those who sign up will be emailed in the days prior to the webinar and again on the day of the webinar with a link to the online meeting room.
Eligibility
This course is free for teachers from state-funded schools, colleges and academies in England. Teachers based in other parts of the UK or in independent schools and colleges may apply, but places will only be allocated if there is availability.
Cost
The sessions are free of charge to all teachers in England.
Key Facts
Event ref:
#7410
Audience:
Teachers
Curriculum focus:
Core Maths
Event format:
Live Online Professional Development
Event length:
1 hour
Online sessions:
3
Region:
National
Date:
Thu 30th Apr 2020
Course times:
14:00 - 15:30
Fee:
Free for teachers in England
Queries?
If you have any queries about this event, please do not hesitate to contact:
Teacher Support Admin Team
[email protected]
01225 716494
The AMSP, through MEI, holds the NCETM CPD Standard
