Teacher Subject Specialism Training (TSST) Mathematics Are you teaching maths but not trained as a maths teacher? Do you want to retrain as a maths teacher from another subject? Are you considering returning to the profession as a maths teacher?
This course is designed to provide high quality professional development for those who wish to teach Maths to learners aged 11-16 but don’t have a secondary ITT specialism in the subject. The course aims to:
Develop your understanding of the big ideas of mathematics to give you confidence to teach mathematics through understanding Inspire your enthusiasm for mathematics Develop your understanding of mathematical pedagogy and how to engage pupils in learning mathematics Support you in teaching mathematics content at Key Stages 3 and 4. Provide mentoring and support throughout the course including observations of teaching in the classroom.
The TSST is delivered in partnership with the Bucks, Berks and Oxon Maths Hub and Oxford Brookes University. The course will be led by Jude Stratton, Associate Lecturer, Oxford Brookes University with individual sessions from classroom based NCETM Professional Development Leads. The course will be delivered through 12 face to face twilight sessions at Wycombe High School, between October 2016 and February 2017 and Masters accreditation is available through Oxford Brookes University. All those joining the course will have access to Oxford Brookes University Library and on-line resources throughout the course. There is no charge for this programme For further information please email mathscourses@whs.bucks.sch.uk