Reasoning in Mathematics
The ability to question, pose, investigate and solve problems is at the heart of mathematics.
In order to be able to achieve these the learner must have experience of mathematical thinking and reasoning in a variety of situations.
Our work with teachers will study the most recent research into reasoning in the classroom.
We will look at what opportunities we can provide for enhancing the reasoning situations in mathematical lessons.
We will also look at the importance of reflection and metacognition.
During the day we look at a framework for including reasoning in a lesson , supporting the pupils to move from the state of novice to expert.
We include approaches to questioning, use of prediction, conjecture and patterning.
Finally we look at how schools can help children to show and record their reasoning.
In order to be able to achieve these the learner must have experience of mathematical thinking and reasoning in a variety of situations.
Our work with teachers will study the most recent research into reasoning in the classroom.
We will look at what opportunities we can provide for enhancing the reasoning situations in mathematical lessons.
We will also look at the importance of reflection and metacognition.
During the day we look at a framework for including reasoning in a lesson , supporting the pupils to move from the state of novice to expert.
We include approaches to questioning, use of prediction, conjecture and patterning.
Finally we look at how schools can help children to show and record their reasoning.