Maths: prioritising problem solving

What does it take to develop confident problem solvers in maths?
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Today, we’ve published the latest episode of our podcast, ​‘Evidence into Action’, focusing on problem solving in maths and why it is a priority.

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In this episode, Alex Quigley and Grace Coker (content specialist for maths) explore problem solving in maths and why it is a priority.

Guest speakers:

  • Professor Camilla Gilmore (Professor of Mathematical Cognition at Loughborough University and Curriculum Specialist at Maths Horizons)
  • Dr Helen Drury (Dean of Maths Education at Purposeful Ventures and Co-Lead at Maths Horizons)
  • Tom Pole (Director of Tudor Grange Research School and Associate Principal at Tudor Grange Academy)
  • Mike Williams (Maths lead and Year 6 teacher at Alexandra Park primary school)

For quick and easy access to future episodes, search for ​‘Evidence into Action’ in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts and make sure you subscribe there.