EPV: Maths Anxiety and Dyscalculia - classroom assessment and support (JULY - AUG 2023)

Course Description:

Unlock the power of maths and conquer the challenges of maths anxiety and dyscalculia with our comprehensive and engaging online EPV summer course for teachers in Ireland. Designed for all teachers, classroom and SET, this course combines in-depth mathematical concepts with practical strategies to support individuals struggling with maths. Our comprehensive online course blends effective strategies, practical techniques, and empowering insights to help you build a solid foundation in supporting students that struggle with maths confidence and maths learning challenges or dyscalculia.

Module 1: Overview of Early Numeracy development

• Understand how core math skills, including number sense, language, operations, fractions, decimals develop.
• Discover how to assess your students core maths skills and spot those that are struggling early
• Discover interactive exercises and engaging activities to reinforce understanding and fluency.

Module 2: Understanding Dyscalculia and other Maths difficulties

• Gain a thorough understanding of dyscalculia: its characteristics, causes, and impact on mathematical abilities.
• Explore the latest research and theories surrounding dyscalculia to develop a solid foundation of knowledge.

Module 3: Maths Anxiety

• Explore the origins and impact of math anxiety on learners of all ages and all abilities.
• Learn how to implement a whole school or class wide maths anxiety screener
• Learn techniques to reduce anxiety, build resilience, and foster a positive mindset towards math.

Module 4: Maths Screening and Assessment

• Discover different assessment methods that can be used to assess maths skills
• Explore how to set up a structured whole school maths assessment process

Module 5: Understanding assessment data

• Learn the importance of understanding assessment data
• Learn how to use data to measure progress and learning
• Understand what the assessment numbers really mean and how to communicate data to parents and other teachers

Benefits of the Course:

• Develop a strong understanding in the foundations of mathematics learning
• Understand how and why maths anxiety develops, how to measure it and how to foster resilience
• Learn how to spot and support children at an early age with maths learning
• Learn how to understand and interpret assessment data so you can communicate clearly with parents and professionals
• Gain insights from experienced instructors and benefit from a supportive online learning community.
• Transform your relationship with mathematics teaching and unlock your students true potential.