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Informal assessment strategies: A-Z for the Math Classroom

Summary: A-Z of assessment strategies to provide a breadth of informal methods for teachers keeping track of student progress. Author: C Moersch Electronic Access: http://harper-academy.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Math-Assessment-Strategies.pdf Type of document: PDF

Inclusive teaching in mathematics

Summary: Guidelines and useful resources for teachers aimed at promoting inclusion in mathematics class. Author: National Strategies | Secondary Publication Year: 2008 Electronic Access: http://www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/secondary/math/download/file/PDF/Inclusive%20Teaching%20in%20Mathematics.pdf Type of document: PDF

Mathematical Modelling at Secondary School: MACSI-CLongowes Wood College experience

Summary: Mathematical modelling workshop for senior cycle secondary school students. Author: JPF Charpin, S O’Hara, D Mackey Publication Year: 2013 Electronic Access: https://arrow.dit.ie/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?referer=https://www.google.com/&httpsredir=1&article=1144&context=scschmatart Type of document: PDF

What Works for Children with Mathematical Difficulties?

Summary: The purpose of this report is to update the detailed research report by Dr Ann Dowker published by the Department for Education and Schools. Author: A Dowker Publication Year: 2009 Electronic Access: https://www.catchup.org/resources/735/what_works_for_children_with_mathematical_difficulties.pdf Type of document: PDF

Improving learning in mathematics: challenges and strategies

Summary: Standards Unit Mathematics Team has been working with over 200 teachers across 40 organisations nationwide to develop and improve the teaching and learning of mathematics in the learning and skills sector. The approaches and materials contained in this resource are the result of this work. Author: M Swam Publication Year: 2005 Electronic Access: http://www.lancsngfl.ac.uk/secondary/math/download/file/PDF/Standards%20Unit%20-%20Improving%20learning%20in%20mathematics.PDF…
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Numerical and arithmetical deficits in learning-disabled children: Relation to dyscalculia and dyslexia

Summary: Exploration of cognitive research and understanding of number, counting and arithmetical difficulties those with dyslexia and dyscalculia experience. Author: D Geary & M Hoard Publication Year: 2001 Electronic Access: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/David_Geary/publication/228887999_Numerical_and_arithmetical_deficits_in_learning-disabled_children_Relation_to_dyscalculia_and_dyslexia/links/00b49524eefecc09a3000000.pdf Type of document: PDF

Using Algebra Tiles Effectively

Summary: With this package, all educators can better utilize algebra tiles to reach today’s students. New users are given the support they need to start using algebra tiles in the classroom—right away. Experienced users are provided with a host of new applications. Author: B Hall Publication Year: 1999 Electronic Access: https://www.bgsu.edu/content/dam/BGSU/nwo/documents/COMP-6-8/June20_2016/UsingAlgebraTilesEffectively.pdf Type of document: PDF

Mathematics through Paper Folding

Summary: Revised edition of Johnson’s “paper folding for mathematics class” with further exploration of the theme. Author: AT Olson Publication Year: 1975 Electronic Access: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED108963.pdf Type of document: PDF

Meeting Needs of Students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia

Summary: Explanation of learning characteristics of both dyslexia and dyscalculia and highlight 4 empirically validated teaching strategies of increasing instructional intensity. Author: B Witzel & M Mize Publication Year: 2013 Electronic Access: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1166703.pdf Type of document: PDF

A series of special education teaching guides: Teaching Math for Learners with Dyslexia

Summary: Information on the fundamental principles, practices, educational material and teaching aids used to teach various subjects to students with specific needs. Author: E Gyarmathy Electronic Access: https://www.academia.edu/35056394/A_series_of_special_education_teaching_guides_Teaching_Math_for_Learners_with_Dyslexia Type of document: PDF