Objectives:

• To understand how to use a problem-solving approach in every lesson, including those focussing on number and calculations
• To understand how to ‘build-in’ rather than ‘bolt-on’ problem solving in weekly maths plans

By the end of the course, delegates will be familiar with:

• How to build in problem-solving opportunities in the daily maths lessons
• Effective questioning techniques
• Strategies that support children’s maths talk and explanations
• The features of tasks that encourage discussion
• The implications for planning