Primary maths: Reasoning and problem solvingSL402

The Primary Maths: Reasoning and Problem Solving course offers an exploration of strategies to enhance reasoning and problem-solving skills in primary mathematics. Participants will learn to employ effective techniques that foster logical thinking and reasoning, integrate problem-solving activities seamlessly into...

Teaching mathematics as a non-specialistSL458

Do you want to feel more inspired, confident and increase your knowledge and skills when teaching mathematics...even though it's not your specialism?Work with experienced teachers of mathematics in a supportive environment to explore the characteristics of good maths teaching. You'll develop strategies to support your...

The science of learningNE709

What is learning? How does it work? On this online, self-paced course you try and answer these questions, exploring how you can use the science of learning to inform your teaching and support your students’ learning.Drawing upon educational neuroscience and psychology (and combating neuroscience myths), you will...

Feedback for learningNE714

Marking has been identified as an area of excessive workload for teachers, but feedback is crucial for students to improve their understanding.On this course, you’ll explore evidence-based approaches for using written and oral feedback to support student learning without increasing your workload. You’ll...

Introduction to Machine Learning and AICO231

From self-driving cars to determining someone's age, artificial intelligence (AI) systems trained with machine learning (ML) are being used more and more. But what is AI, and what does machine learning actually involve?

Professional Development Leaders' conference (remote)FD001R

Teaching core maths as a non-specialistSL460

Increase your skills and knowledge of the subject and become more confident in your teaching of mathematics outside your own specialism. Gain a clear understanding of the role of Core Maths in schools and colleges and develop strategies to implement Core Maths in your educational setting.

Teaching post-16 GCSE mathematics resitSL452

We know how vital it is that mathematics at key stage three builds upon the mathematical experience’s students experience at primary school - and this course shows you how!You'll develop techniques to improve problem solving skills and resilience in the context of hard to teach topics encountered in key stage...

Using manipulatives to enhance understanding in secondary mathematicsSL459

Research suggests that the use of Manipulatives (including counters, interlocking cubes, Cuisenaire rods, algebra tiles and more) can help to build and deepen understanding of mathematical concepts, and can help students with retention, problem solving and reasoning.This course provides you with hands-on, practical...

Using the micro:bit to develop science and maths in the primary classroomSL912

Data-handling is an area which spans several subjects at primary. This course will enable you to support pupils in developing practical expertise to use devices to collect and log data from a variety of sources. You'll explore different ways of organising and representing data using digital tools. You'll learn about...

Writing effective CPD content (PDLP Specialist and Support Module)FD017R

This course is for teachers and other educational consultants who are accredited with CPD Quality MarkWriting CPD is challenging; writing for others to deliver effectively, even more so. This short training session looks at evidence-based approaches to CPD, and how to develop impactful content that supports best CPD...

Super science and terrific technologyNS006

Through hands-on practical activities we will explore STEM concepts in the context of Curriculum for Excellence. Participants will have the opportunity to develop and encourage STEM skills with learners from early to second level. Participants will be asked to report back on what they have taken from the course and...

Primary maths for early career teachersSL400

This course is aimed at teachers in the early stages of their careers who would like to develop their mathematics teaching. You will explore current good practice in mathematics, engage with practical resources to support learning in mathematics and develop your assessment for learning skills.

Leading primary maths: building strong foundationsSL401

Aimed at primary teachers who are new to the role of mathematics subject leader, you will find this course invaluable.Opportunities will be provided to explore a range of strategies to understand your role more fully, to audit and lead mathematics and to identify and plan to initiate change in your school.You will...

Developing shared approaches between science and mathsSL456

We know there's a significant overlap between science and mathematics curricular at key stages 3, 4 and 5 - but how do you pull the two curricular so they work for each other?This course is perfect for maths and science teachers from the same school to join together. You'll identify common content and discover how the...