1. Intervention methodology and the quest for the autonomous learner in mathematics Tania Nethercote & Jayne Heath

2. Why we researched…… ASMS charter meaningful connections changing teacher practice

3. How we researched… Which factor: is most important ? is least important ? is best supported? needs the most improvement? Which thinking skills: is most important ? is least important ? is best supported? needs the most support?

4. What we learnt… Which Factor: most important COLLABORATION least important (shared norms) best supported COLLABORATION needs most improvement (eclectic – shared norms) Which thinking skills: most important (collaborative inquiry, paying attention) least important IMAGING best supported COLLABORATIVE INQUIRY needs most support (diverse -paying attention)

5. What next…. Collaborative curriculum planning Support structures for collaboration Professional learning opportunities: team building and thinking & innovation Conceptual/Visual strategies for teaching & learning

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