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ESERO UK: Primary Teacher CPD (Space)

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Using the subject of space is a fantastic way to inspire and engage students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Teaching Primary Science: Exploring Space Discover how space exploration can inspire your primary science students and engage them in working scientifically. Online, self-paced course.

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Using a Student-Centered Approach to Promote Computational Thinking

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Tony Lam, head of mathematics at Marymount Primary School in Hong Kong, recognized the mindset change required to create a student-centered coding experience. Lam: Marymount, an all-girls school, was one of the first primary schools in Hong Kong to implement the CoolThink curriculum. The CoolThink Pedagogy.

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The Importance of STEM Education in Primary Schools

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Students’ perception is one of the most important nuances in primary school. STEM is derived from the abbreviation of the capital letters of the words Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Gonzalez and Cuenzi 2012). Why is STEM important in primary schools? Perception occurs with the activity of developing students.

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How To Boost Student Engagement: Modern Tools for Math Teachers

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These same reports show that teachers and students stand to gain these additional benefits: Learners get a chance to apply mathematical solutions to everyday problems Teachers can stimulate real-life situations where regular people and professionals use math formulas to solve problems. And it’s a great way to get more done.

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When the “M” in STEM stands for Mathematics and Mindfulness

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Picture provided by the author, attribution CC-B Y Mathematics is a crucial subject for every student as it provides a strong foundation for many other disciplines. However, many students struggle with mathematics due to a variety of reasons, including a lack of motivation, fear of failure, and negative attitudes towards the subject.

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3 Creative Teaching Resources That Save You Time and Money

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Homemade Manipulatives: Items like colored paper clips or beads can be used for math manipulatives to reinforce core concepts in mathematics. Utilizing free online databases and educational sites as primary research sources keeps this cost-free.

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Encourage Creativity in the Classroom

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Let’s take polygons as an example – children learn about this geometric concept throughout their primary years. Unless we’re talking about a mathematical concept, most problems have a multitude of solutions. Still, teachers can take a dry concept and, using creativity, turn it into a fun and easy-to-understand experience.