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Struggling Mathematicians...
Aug 21, 2021
Math educators Chris Such and Neil Almond tackle the issues of struggling mathematicians, discussing common knowledge gaps, reasons for struggles, interventions, and the importance of early support. They delve into recognizing struggling students, effective teaching strategies, personalized interventions, and tools like Numbots and Times Table Rockstars to enhance mathematical skills and build confidence in students.
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- Identifying struggling mathematicians involves looking beyond broad definitions and focusing on learners with specific knowledge deficits.
- Key knowledge gaps hindering students include number bonds, times tables, place value understanding, and multiplication tables.
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Defining Struggling Mathematicians
Struggling mathematicians are characterized by specific gaps in their mathematical understanding, posing challenges for teachers on a daily basis. Understanding these gaps involves looking beyond broad definitions and focusing on learners who face difficulties due to specific knowledge deficits. Identifying struggling mathematicians can be done through informal classroom assessments and standardized tests, with a recognition that some students may hide their struggles through copying or collaboration.
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