Active Maths uses PE and physical activity to raise achievement in maths. It helps to support progress and attainment across the whole school and raises aspirations to narrow the learning gap. Written in line with the maths curriculum, the Active Maths solutions available will help guide school staff to deliver engaging and innovative learning.
The Active Maths course is for practitioners working in the primary school sector, and consists of 7 sections across 2 modules:
• Module 1 - Improving the curriculum through PE and sport
o Section 1 - Using the context of PE and school sport
o Section 2 - Using the values developed in PE and school sport
o Section 3 - Using the skills developed in PE and school sport
o Section 4 - Using the pedagogy of PE and school sport
o Section 5 - Give it a go
• Module 2 - Active learning in maths
o Section 1 - The case for active learning in maths
o Section 2 - An active approach to learning
This course comprises e-learning, reflection activities and quizzes in relation to active learning in maths. The reflection activities provide you with a chance to focus on your current, and future, practice in relation to each aspect of using PE in maths, before you move on to the next.
You can test your understanding in the quizzes to earn digital badges: Improving Curriculum through PE and Sport (Module 1), and Active Learning in Maths (Module 2).
You will also receive a sample set of resource cards, in digital format, and be eligible for a discount on the Maths of the Day product.