Cross-curricular Teaching and Learning in the Secondary School... Mathematics

This book brings together ongoing debates about personalised learning, creativity and ICT in education, with a cross-curricular focus, and establishes a principled framework for cross-curricular teaching and learning in Mathematics. It identifies a range of key issues and constructs a research-based [...]
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This book brings together ongoing debates about personalised learning, creativity and ICT in education, with a cross-curricular focus, and establishes a principled framework for cross-curricular teaching and learning in Mathematics. It identifies a range of key issues and constructs a research-based pedagogy with practical steps for students and teachers as they consider how cross curricular approaches can be implemented. Drawing on contemporary research and innovative practice, the book encourages teachers to think creatively about new cross-curricular approaches to teaching and learning and how they can present maths as a functional and relevant skill in the modern world. It provides practical ideas for collaborating with other departments and incorporating the personal, learning and thinking skills agenda, cross-curricular dimensions and work-based learning into maths teaching.Key features include: theoretical examination of key issues; assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of different curricular models; example approaches for schemes of work and lesson planning; clear principles for effective assessment; a wide range of case studies Summaries of key research linked to suggestions for further reading; and, professional development activities to promote cross-curricular dialogue. This timely textbook is essential reading for all students on Initial Teacher Training courses and practising teachers looking to holistically introduce cross-curricular themes and practices in Maths teaching.