1. Enhancing Mathematical Learning through Talk June 4 th 2014 : Session 1

2. What assumptions are this project based on? Improved maths subject knowledge Better quality maths talk interaction Increased parental involvement in maths learning Leads to improved attainment in and enthusiasm for maths

3. Extending the teaching repertoire … …towards dialogic teaching… …a pedagogy which exploits the power of talk to shape children’s thinking and to secure their engagement, learning and understanding. The varied objectives of teaching cannot be achieved through a single approach or technique……Instead, teachers need a repertoire of approaches from which they can select on the basis of fitness for purpose in relation to the learner, the subject-matter and the opportunities and constraints of the context. Robin Alexander (2008)

4. Talk in mathematics should not be seen simply as a rehearsal in class of the vocabulary of mathematics,... It should extend to high-quality discussion that develops children’s logic, reasoning and deduction skills, and underpins all mathematical learning activity. The ultimate goal is to develop mathematical understanding – comprehension of mathematical ideas and applications.’ -Williams Report (2008 )

5. Playful Practice (rehearsal) Rehearsal at KS1 is essential for: securing facts (the basic ‘atoms’); introducing and trying out mathematics vocabulary establishing ‘good work habits’ – reasoning; being systematic; persisting; being independent; developing flexibility; looking for alternatives; checking… developing positive ‘can do’ attitudes and enjoyment; providing opportunities for applying mathematics; prompting talk (what kind?) more opportunities for adults to listen and plan subsequent ‘scaffolds’

6. Extending the teaching repertoire (1) playful practice: prompting reasoning Something to try (analyse and reflect upon): Games Co-operative ‘pieces of the puzzle’ Something to share (analyse and reflect upon)  Progression in reasoning – what are we looking for? Links to follow up tasks 1a and 1b