'Maths takes you there' - a new numeracy website
The 'Maths takes you there' website provides ideas, materials and guidance to help you and your learners.
Useful ‘youtube’ clips to pep up a numeracy session:
THE CONFERENCE
What you had to say about the conference
When you speak, we listen! Your feedback is always of value to us, so here is a quick rundown on what you had to say:
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96% of you said that the pre-course information was good or excellent
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97% of you said that the venue was good or excellent
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93% of you said that the key note speaker was good or excellent
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91% of you said that the relevance to your own context was excellent or good
What we could do better
- Some of you would have liked the opportunity to book your workshops before the day – we’re working on it!!
- You all clearly enjoyed the afternoon carousel activities, but some of you felt a little rushed and would have liked more time at each activity. We will build that into planning at future events
- Some of you could not see the screen during the key note speech, so sorry about that
Some of your quotes:
Find out more about Simon Singh
If you came to our conference and enjoyed Simon Singh’s key note speech, or if you would like to find our more about him, then go to:
http://www.simonsingh.net/. His website holds a host of resources which you could use or adapt for learners.
My favourite is the mathematical jokes page, how shallow am I?
My favourite joke comes from Ian Hammond:
“Did you hear about the statistician who used to go out with a lot of girls but didn't like to talk about it?”
“He was a discrete data”
Do you know what your numeracy targets are?
If you are a college, the LSC will have allocated you a target for numeracy enrolment and achievement. If you do not know what this is, then have a chat with your LSC contract manager. If they don’t know, they will know a man who does!
Some ideas for using dice in numeracy
There are a variety of dice on the market which can be used to support numeracy activities. They come in different sizes and are available with numbers or blank. Here are some ideas to get you thinking about how you could use dice with your learners.
1 4 Rules exercises:
Throw dice using 2 numbers and one symbol, do sum.
Times table practice.
Multiplication practice: Give 1-36 grid, throw 2 dice, cross off the answer by multiplying, next player can turn over any one of the dice and cross off that number, loser is unable to cross off.
Peers make sums for each other
Learners get 2 numbers and explore what they can do
2 Area
3 Calculations/reverse operations
4 Comparisons i.e. comparing different groups of numbers
5 Countdown
Roll 3 for target (or set target), roll all and use to get as near target as possible, set time limit.
6 Dice
7 Dice Dartboard
8 Factors
9 Fractions
Roll 4 dice (with numbers) and find: biggest fraction, smallest fraction, nearest to ½, add them, subtract them, order them
10 Greater than or Less than
i.e. 10 more, 10 less
11 Making different digit numbers
12 Number bonds to 10/20 etc
13 Number sequence
14 Numbers in words, letter forming
15 Order of operations
16 Percentages
17 Positive/negative calculations
18 Powers
19 Prime Numbers
20 Probability of throwing 2x1 etc
Probability races, throw 2 dice and multiply, even move forward and odd move back
21 Ordering numbers
Put minus numbers in order
22Range
Work out Range
23 Ratio
Of numbers thrown, of colours e.g. ratio of red to green
24Shapes
25 Spoof
26 Throw as dice and make “biggest” number and “smallest” number
27 Throw dice and get percentage of each colour
28 True or False
29 Use symbol dice to discuss language of maths
30 Volume
31 Square Number
Find a square number
32 Associative relationships
33Inequalities
34 Statements & Equations
Make up maths statements using “=”, Match with problems, make up equations
35 Have an answer and keep shaking dice until someone gets it!
36 Games:
Yahtzee: Yahtzee is a dice game. The object of the game is to score the most points by rolling five dice to make certain combinations. The dice can be rolled up to three times in a turn to try to make one of the thirteen possible scoring combinations. A game of Yahtzee consists of thirteen rounds during which the player chooses which scoring combination is to be used in that round. Once a combination has been used in the game, it cannot be used again. (see Wikipedia for more detail)
37 Estimating
38 Handling data
39 Place value
40 Id’ing numbers (for Discalculia students)
41 Bar Charts:
Intro to bar charts
42 Graphs
Roll numbers and plot as co-ordinates on graph
TRAINING
As part of our Skills for Life at Work Project (formerly Basic Skills in the Workplace) we are now offering the following courses. Under this project we are able to offer 2 days of one-off training or one longer course free of charge to professionals delivering or supporting skills for life learningin the workplace through a Train to Gain contract. This is on the condition that you live or work in the South East of England and that assignments are submitted. Individuals who have already accessed their quota of training under this project or whodo not fit into these criteria will still be able to attend but will be charged for their attendance.
We are now also offering a few free places on our 1 day OCN CPD courses to staff employed to deliver SfL, but not necessarily in the workplace, for people working in the voluntary/community sector (note should accreditation be required this will require a payment of £15). Please contact us before booking to check that these places are still available.
L3 OCN An Introduction to Teaching Handling Data and Statistical Measures
Tuesday 29th September 2009, 9.30 - 4.00 @ ESSU
This module provides an overview of methods used in teaching and supporting handling data and statistical measures skills to adults so that delegates can consider a range of strategies to enhance their personal practice. It is offered alongside other modules on number skills and measure, shape and space skills. By the end of the course the learners will be able to:
- Analyse formats used for presenting data for different purposes
- Review language used to record and interpret data
- Evaluate activities to support skills development in handling data and statistical measures
L3 OCN Introduction to Mentoring Skills
Tuesday 20th October Thursday 5th November 2009, 9.30-4.00 @ ESSU
This is a 2 day practical introduction to identifying and developing individual mentoring skills and associated aspects including supporting peers/clients/staff, and monitoring and recording their progress. By the end of the course the learners will be able to:
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Demonstrate understanding of what is meant by ‘mentoring’
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Create a supportive atmosphere which encourages learning and personal growth in others
- Give support and advice to others
- Monitor and review the progress and personal growth of others
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Identify their own self development needs
Introduction to Trainer Skills (C&G 7300)
Tuesday 17th & Thursday 26th November 2009, 9.30 - 4.30 @ ESSU
This course offers an introduction to the theory and practice of teaching and learning. By the end of the course the learners will have experienced:
- Planning for teaching and learning including session planning
- Delivery of a short planned "session"
- Evaluating teaching and learning
L3 OCN An Introduction to Teaching Number Skills
Tuesday 24th November 2009, 9.30-4.00 @ ESSU
This module provides an overview of methods used in teaching and supporting number skills to adults so that delegates can consider a range of strategies to enhance their personal practice. It is offered alongside other modules on measure, shape and space skills and handling data and statistical measures skills. By the end of the course the learners will be able to:
- Analyse a range of number skill strategies
- Evaluate appropriate numbers strategies for specific groups of learners
- Analyse their effectiveness
L3 OCN An Introduction to Teaching Reading Skills
Tuesday 1st December 2009, 9.30 - 4.00 @ ESSU Training
This module provides an overview of methods used in teaching reading to adults so that delegates can consider a range of strategies to enhance their personal practice in teaching reading. It is offered alongside other modules on writing, spelling and speaking and listening skills. By the end of the course the learners will be able to:
- Review a range of reading strategies
- Select strategies to suit your learners’ needs
- Plan how you can develop your own skills in order to support learners
L3 OCN Introduction to Teaching Writing Skills
Tuesday 15th December 2009, 9.30 - 4.00 @ ESSU
This module provides an overview of methods used in teaching writing skills. Delegates will have the opportunity to consider a range of strategies to enhance their personal practice in teaching writing skills. It is offered alongside other modules on reading, spelling and speaking and listening skills. By the end of the course the learners will be able to:
- Review how to support learners to write for a specific audience, purpose and context
- Look at grammar and punctuation needed for effective writing
- Evaluate activities to support skills development in writing
For more information or to book a place on any of the courses listed above, please go to http://www.essu.org/training. Please note that booking can only be done online.
Brockenhurst College: Additional Diploma in Teaching English (Literacy/ESOL)
The course develops the skills and confidence of teachers in developing their knowledge and understanding of grammar, lexis and phonology involved in the study of English language and applying this to their practice. It also covers how language is used in society.
If you are a literacy or ESOL teacher working for a college or training provider and need to do a specialist diploma, please contact Brockenhurst College. The College is an established provider with a very successful track record in delivery of the programme over the last five years.
Where: Adult & Community Education, Stoney Lane, Weeke, Winchester, SO22 6DR
When: Thursdays, 3.00 – 6.00 pm
Start date: 24th September 2009
Awarding body: University of Greenwich
Fees: £625 (University of Greenwich) plus £65 administration fee (Brockenhurst College)
Further information: Geraldine Smith
e-mail: gsmith@brock.ac.uk; tel: 07977539376
FREE training on IFL, Reflect and Professional Formation (QTLS)
- Are you still unsure of the requirements surrounding registering and recording your CPD for IFL?
- Do you feel you could make better use of the Reflect application to record your CPD?
- Have you heard about Professional Formation, but not sure if it applies to you and what it entails?
- Do you have any questions regarding any of the above?
The ESSU are able to offer free training, delivered by a representative from IFL, to anyone wishing to find out more about IFL and the requirements and recommendations regarding CPD and Professional Formation (gaining of QTLS – Qualified Teacher of Learning and Skills status).
This will be a practical session, where you will be guided through the IFL processes and procedures and will be appropriate for any teaching practitioners. In addition, resources will be provided to enable attendees to cascade the training on to colleagues within your own organisation.
Date: Wednesday 21st October
Time: 10.00-12.30
Venue: ESSU training room, Faretec, Cams Estate, Fareham, PO16 8UY
You will need to bring along your IFL membership number and will need to know your password.
If you would like to attend this session you will need to complete our online registration form by going to
www.essu.org/courses(We will not be able to accept anyone on the session who has not booked on via this system)
ESSU Network Meetings
Our next round of network meetings is fast approaching!!!!
As well as having the opportunity to network with other practitioners and providers, share best practice and discuss any issues you have regarding delivery of Skills for Life, we will also have the following to share with you:
Venues/Dates
Winchester: Monday 5th October 1pm-3.30pm
Isle of Wight: Thursday 15th October 10am-12.30pm
Fareham: Wednesday 21st October 12.30-2.00pm
As places are limited at each meeting, anyone wishing to attend will need to book a place using our online booking system.
