Fractions are one of the most difficult concepts for students to understand in mathematics. By fixing misconceptions, we can catch kids up quickly and effectively. Download this flyer: Fixing Fractions Flyer: Harvest Home Primary School (21 AUG 18)
Who is this course for?
- Teachers from grades 4-9
- School leaders and leading learners
- Support teachers for students with difficulties
What concepts will this course cover?
- Fractions concepts from basic understanding of halves and quarters through to multiplying and dividing fractions with unrelated denominators
- Fractions as numbers rather than just pizzas
- The relationship between fractions, decimal numbers and percentages
Teachers will
- Watch a live lesson demonstration, including diagnosing and confronting underlying misconceptions in a grade 6/7 class
- Learn to prioritise key components of Proportional Reasoning and Multiplicative thinking that must be understood deeply during primary school for students to be successful in high school
- Learn how to use questioning to create cognitive conflict and fix misconceptions for good
- Receive a manual valued at $50 to take back and use with their own class.
Numbers are strictly limited to 45 attendees
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