Mathematics

‘We’ve only really just started … but already we’re seeing some good things.’ Teacher chats to a Singaporean educator about the impact of a three-year program to support differentiation in the elementary years.

Researchers are testing innovative methods for recognising highly accomplished practitioners that link focused portfolio tasks to teacher standards.

Dave Tout discusses the first stage of connecting maths to the real world – negotiating a theme or context.

In this two part series, we look at how one school is using research-informed strategies to challenge high achieving students in maths.

Why can’t schools be as exciting as Disney World? One principal shares how his school has incorporated stimulating learning platforms that feed students' imagination.

Teacher speaks to four school leaders about taking on staff who've switched careers – and the practical experience they bring to the classroom.

Teaching mathematics using a problem solving approach requires preparation if it is going to work. So, how do you go about it? Dave Tout outlines one possible process.

More than 550 youngsters took part in the inaugural Australian STEM Video Game Challenge. Teacher takes a look at the winning entries.

Are teenage students in Finland more likely to persevere with a problem than their counterparts in Australia? What about students in Shanghai or the US? Take a look at this Teacher infographic.

Dave Tout explores a teaching model that can provide students with the challenge, the motivation and the purpose for understanding mathematics.