The trouble with Maths by Steve ChinnISBN: 9780203805930
Publication Date: 2013
Offers insights into the often confusing world of numeracy, looking at learning difficulties in maths from several perspectives, including the language of maths, thinking styles and the demands of individual topics. Combining advice, guidance and practical activities, it will enable you to develop flexible thinking skills; use alternative strategies for pupils to access basic facts; understand the implications of pre-requisite skills, such as working memory, on learning; implement effective preventative measures before disaffection sets in; recognise maths anxiety and tackle self-esteem problems and tackle the difficulties with word problems that many pupils may have.