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Host, Leanne McMahon, dives into the eternal question: "When am I ever going to use this?" by looking at the diverse career paths open to those who choose to study mathematics at school and beyond. We also highlight an exciting opportunity for teachers: the 2024 Teacher Professional Learning in Industry Day, hosted by AMSI and the Australian Centre for Career Education. This event will connect secondary maths teachers and careers advisors with industry experts to showcase the vast array of study and career pathways available to students who continue to study maths. From data science to finance, technology to engineering, Leanne emphasizes the crucial role high school teachers play in guiding students towards rewarding careers in mathematics. Don't miss out on this enriching discussion and the chance to explore the endless possibilities maths has to offer!     2024 Teacher Professional Learning in Industry Day and EOI:  Tuesday 21st May 2024 at the University of Melbourne. Expressions of interest close March 1st 2024  https://amsi.org.au/2024-teacher-professional-learning-in-industry-day/  AMSI Careers Information: https://careers.amsi.org.au/ https://ss.amsi.org.au/careers-day-2024-optiver/  Contact us: MathsTalk@amsi.org.au

In 2020, Special guest Dr Catherine Attard released a blog post looking at how teachers and parents can discern between good and not-so-great mathematics resources in this time of information overload. We felt this was timely with the explosion of questionable quality resources from sites  like Teachers-pay-teachers and Twinkle. The highly engaging Marcus Garrett and regular host, Leanne McMahon lead a spirited conversation. They also discuss effective use of technology in Mathematics, the difference between performing and learning in maths and what 'home-schooling' really means. Podcast notes and resources can be found at www.calculate.org.au. Catherine's Blog can be found at https://engagingmaths.com/ Other Links discussed in the episode: Attard, C. (2020), Teaching maths in challenging times: Keep calm and remain critical! Blog post on Engaging Maths. Retrieved from https://engagingmaths.com/2020/03/18/teaching-maths-in-challenging-times-keep-calm-and-remain-critical/. Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), 2010, Mathematics Proficiencies. Retrieved from https://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au/resources/mathematics-proficiencies/. Boaler, J. (1996), Case Studies of Alternative Approaches to Mathematics Teaching: Situated Cognition, Sex and Setting. Unpublished doctoral thesis, Kings College School of Education, University of London, UK. Retrieved from https://kclpure.kcl.ac.uk/portal/files/2934023/DX199706.pdf. Garrett, M. (2016), The Problem with Problem Solving. Blog article on Calculate by AMSI. Retrieved from https://calculate.org.au/2016/04/13/problem-with-problem-solving/. Website: Joel Speranza – Leveraging Technology for Learning. www.joelsperanza.com. YouTube Channel: Joel Speranza Math. https://www.youtube.com/c/JoelSperanzaMath/featured Link to Dr Attard’s Research Project, ‘Investigating the impact of COVID-19 on teachers' technology-related attitudes, beliefs and practices’ (call for survey participants): https://surveyswesternsydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6AmgoLh1N7ZDktn

Host Leanne McMahon welcomes PhD candidate Cassandra Lowry for a lively discussion centred on Cass's presentation at the 2023 Maths Association of Victoria Conference. Formative assessment strategies that are easily implemented in your classroom and can have a huge effect on student learning. Resources: Contact us: MathsTalk@amsi.org.au Twitter (X) @cass_lowry (Cass)  @AMSIschools (MathsTalk) LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/cassandra-lowry Ask & Listen vs. Tell & Sell (Article) Ibarra, H. & Scoular, A. (2019). The leader as coach: How to unleash innovation, energy, and commitment. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2019/11/the-leader-as-coach  Rosenshine’s Principles (Book) Sherrington, T. (2019). Rosenshine’s Principles in Action. John Catt: Melton, Woodbridge. Checking for Understanding (Blog) Tom Sherrington - 5 ways to check for understanding https://teacherhead.com/2021/12/02/five-ways-to-check-for-understanding/ Questioning (YouTube Video) Dylan Wiliam – Questioning https://youtu.be/y8bHMd3PosM  Diagnostic Questions (Website) Craig Barton (from Mr Barton Maths Podcast) developed site that includes 25 thousand questions and quizzes to help diagnose student misconceptions https://diagnosticquestions.com/  Contact Info  MAV Conference 30 Nov - 1 Dec 2023 https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/Conference/Annual-Conference 

Welcome to the latest episode of MathsTalk by AMSI schools. In this conversation, Leanne McMahon, the Schools Maths Advisor at AMSI, discusses the vital aspect of great mathematics teaching, making connections. Leanne is joined by Michaela Epstein, the founder and director of Maths Teacher Circles, who challenges conventional thinking in maths education. They explore the importance of focusing on the "big ideas" in maths and how to help students make connections between different mathematical concepts. Michaela provides practical strategies for educators to implement in their classrooms and encourages a more creative and connection-based approach to teaching mathematics. To stay updated and get access to valuable resources, you can subscribe to Michaela's email newsletter, follow her on social media, and explore her professional learning program for teachers. Join this engaging conversation to discover new ways to foster mathematical understanding and encourage your students to connect the dots in maths. Resources: Mathstalk@amsi.org.au @AMSISchools Juggling As A Way of Building Deep Understanding: https://www.mathsteachercircles.org/blog/juggling/  (blog post related to our conversation) Charles, R.I. (2005). ‘Big Ideas and Understandings as the Foundation for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics’, Journal of Mathematics Education Leadership, Vol.7 (3).Siemon, D. (2022). ‘Teaching with the Big Ideas in Mathematics’, Issues in the Teaching of Mathematics. State of Victoria (Department of Education and Training).Bransford, J., Derry, S., Berliner, D., Hammerness, K., & Beckett, K. (2005). Theories of learning and their roles in teaching. In L. Darling-Hammond & J. Bransford (ed.), Preparing teachers for a changing world: What  teachers should learn and be able to do. Jossey-Bass. (quiz questions re Easter Bunny etc came from) Cryptoshifts: https://www.engagememathematics.com/product/cryptoshifts/  Contact Michaela: My email newsletter: https://www.mathsteachercircles.org/amsiTwitter: https://twitter.com/MathsCirclesOzLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maths-teacher-circlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MathsTeacherCircles

In case you missed it last year, we have rereleased the very popular episode in which Vicky Kennard discusses how students can best use the last few weeks before exams to maximise their chances of success. She highlights where students should be aiming to be at this stage and importantly, what to do if they're not there yet. Share this with every senior maths student, teacher and parent you know! ICE-EM Textbooks: https://schools.amsi.org.au/ice-em-mathematics-textbooks/ Neuroscience and education: https://www.youcubed.org/neuroscience-education-article/ Interleaving: https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-use-interleaving-foster-deeper-learning https://www.retrievalpractice.org/  Pomodoro Method: https://todoist.com/productivity-methods/pomodoro-technique

🎙️ Looking for insightful discussions on the role of calculators in middle school mathematics education? Join us on MathsTalk, hosted by Leanne McMahon. In this episode, Leanne is joined by mathematics education expert Nadia Abdelal to explore the pros and cons of using calculators for students in years 5 to 8. Gain valuable insights into how calculators can enhance understanding and problem-solving skills, as well as the concerns surrounding their potential overreliance. Discover practical strategies for striking the right balance between technology and traditional maths methods. Tune in to MathsTalk, where maths is not just about numbers; it's a journey of discovery! Subscribe and leave a review to stay mathematically inclined. 🧮🔍 #MathsTalk 

In this much-anticipated episode, host, Leanne McMahon sits down with world-famous maths educator Eddie Woo to try to harness his enthusiasm to inspire us all to be the best maths teacher we can. We discuss what inspires Eddie, how he moved from feeling ‘on the outside’ to where he is today and what he has learned along the way (and from whom). We touch on the perceived dichotomy between direct instruction and learning through problem solving and mention other pedagogies that may have been set up as dichotomous, but that all contribute to the rich tapestry of Maths teaching. Finally, we look at the importance of mentoring for all teachers and where Eddie would go for professional learning. Please pass on some of the maths love by rating and sharing our podcast and check out some of the back catalogue of other brilliant guests and topics the MathsTalk podcast has covered. Resources: Contact us: MathsTalk@amsi.org.au  Eddie’s website and links to TV shows and books: https://misterwootube.com/ https://misterwootube.com/2020/03/18/books-tv-2/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXwStduNw14&ab_channel=TEDxTalks A profile of Eddie: https://careers.amsi.org.au/eddie/ The NSW Mathematics Growth team: https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/strategies-and-reports/nsw-mathematics-strategy/initiatives/10-mathematics-growth-team Teacher social networks: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/249795726_District_Policy_and_Teachers%27_Social_Networks Dan Meyer – Fake world math: https://blog.mrmeyer.com/2015/fake-world-math-when-mathematical-modeling-goes-wrong-and-how-to-get-it-right/ Logarithmic graphs and Covid-19: https://www.socialsciencespace.com/2020/06/people-do-not-understand-logarithmic-graphs-used-to-visualize-covid-19/ Direct Instruction or Inquiry-Based Learning?: https://www.edutopia.org/article/direct-instruction-inquiry-based-learning/ ICE-EM Textbooks: https://schools.amsi.org.au/ice-em-mathematics-textbooks/ AMSI Resources: https://calculate.org.au/

Host Leanne McMahon is so excited to announce our latest guest, Eddie Woo! This is just a taster of what is to come in the first week of August 2023! Check out https://misterwootube.com/ and https://misterwootube.com/2020/03/18/books-tv-2/ to get ready for  the discussion ahead.  

Host, Leanne McMahon welcomes Maths consultant and PhD candidate, Lynelle Campbell to the podcast this week. Lynelle is looking at numeracy intervention strategies for young children and has come up with a list of 7 strategies that can help students who are struggling to get maths. The importance of 'Number Sense' is reiterated many times and the ideas are easily used in classrooms from early years right through to secondary. Lynelle's website: https://lynzeducation.com.au/ Contact us: MathsTalk@amsi.org.au The Number Sense Podcast: https://mathstalk.podbean.com/e/developing-number-sense-in-young-children/ A visual summary of Lynelle's 7 strategies: https://calculate.org.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2023/07/7-high-impact-strategies-that-help-students-get-maths.pdf AMSI ICE-EM textbooks: https://schools.amsi.org.au/ice-em-mathematics-textbooks/ Twitter: @AMSISchools Facebook: MathsTalk by AMSI Schools

It's time to revisit the importance of using games in maths classes, even when we're not locked up! This was a podcast originally released in the thick of home based learning in 2020. Marcus Garrett speaks with popular educator and ChooseMATHS award winner, Michael Minas about games and strategies that make maths classes fun and educational. Michael provides parents, caregivers and teachers with both encouragement and some great, practical tips about how to engage - and focus - children and young people. Related Links: Download Transcript  AMSI Schools ‘Calculate’ site – “Games” Article: ‘Want Your Child to succeed in mathematics? Play with them’ Michael Minas’s ‘LoveMaths’ website Michael Minas’s LoveMaths ‘Games’ web page

In this must-listen episode, host Leanne McMahon talks to Professor Chris Matthews from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance (ATSIMA) about the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural cross-curriculum priority inclusion in the new Maths Curriculum in Australian schools. Chris shares his mathematical and cultural history and challenges teachers to examine how the concept of Terra Nullius has affected the role of both indigenous and non-indigenous Australians today. He discusses the importance of culture to all students and looks at some relevant contexts and ways in which teachers can include the cultural priority in their planning. Contact Chris: https://atsima.com/ MathsTalk Feedback: MathsTalk@amsi.org.au Chris's talk - AMSI Summer School (Maths & Culture): https://ss.amsi.org.au/public-lecture/ (click on watch recording link) Teacher Magazine Link: https://www.teachermagazine.com/au_en/authors/chris-matthews The Orb: https://www.theorb.tas.gov.au/ ACARA Priority description: https://tinyurl.com/ATSIpriority

Welcome to MathsTalk, the podcast hosted by Leanne McMahon, with special guest, the ever popular Nadia Abdelal, a highly respected Maths consultant from EM Maths Consulting. In this episode, Nadia shares insights on assessment, including triangulation, great assessment tasks, rubrics, and more. As educators, we know that assessment is not just about testing, but also about gathering meaningful data to inform our instructional practices. Nadia will shed light on how triangulation, which involves using multiple sources of evidence to assess student learning, can provide a more comprehensive picture of students' mathematical understanding. She will also discuss the importance of well-designed assessment tasks that align with learning goals and engage students in deep mathematical thinking. Whether you're a maths teacher or passionate about mathematics education, this episode provides valuable insights into assessment strategies for better understanding students' mathematical learning. Let's dive into the world of assessment with Nadia Abdelal on MathsTalk! Resources: To contact Nadia: https://www.emmaths.com.au/about  To contact us: MathsTalk@AMSI.org.au or our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/amsischools  Triangulation: Oliver-Hoyo, M., & Allen, D. (2006). The use of triangulation methods in qualitative educational research. Journal of College Science Teaching, 35(4), 42–47. https://www.madlylearning.com/assessment-and-the-triangulation-of-data/ Number talks: https://www.emmaths.com.au/post/number-talks  https://books.google.com.au/books/about/Number_Talks.html?id=p4B9F1u2T4kC&redir_esc=y NAPLAN Spreadsheet: Contact Nadia and she will pass on the link to the spreadsheet https://www.emmaths.com.au/about Formulating an expression (Year 7) https://acaraweb.blob.core.windows.net/acaraweb/docs/default-source/assessment-and-reporting-publications/e6-naplan-2016-final-test-numeracy-year-7-(non-calc).pdf?sfvrsn=2 (Question 15) Fraction Strips: https://www.math-salamanders.com/printable-fraction-strips.html Trading game: See the classroom activity using place value houses http://amsi.org.au/teacher_modules/Using_place_value4-7.html Michael Minas: Podcast - MathsTalk Episode 10  Love Maths website: https://www.lovemaths.me/ Rob Vingerhoets: http://robvingerhoets.com.au/maths/ Victorian Department of Education: https://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/teachingresources/discipline/maths/Pages/maths-and-numeracy-assessment.aspx  NSW Department of Education: https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/k-10/understanding-the-curriculum/assessment