Maths teaching

  • Evidence-Based Instruction in Maths

    Evidence-based mathematics education uses teaching practices grounded in rigorous research on how learners acquire mathematical knowledge and skills. It promotes active engagement, follows learning trajectories, supports diverse learner needs, and improves understanding through clear modelling, mathematical discussion, concrete experiences, and ongoing learning opportunities.
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  • Teaching Early Maths Skills

    Teaching early maths skills focuses on providing rich learning experiences that develop foundational mathematical skills, such as number concept, counting, numeral and pattern recognition, comparison of numerical magnitudes, and simple addition and subtraction. These skills are often best introduced and practised through play and everyday activities in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments.
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  • Teaching Basic Maths Skills

    Effective instruction in basic mathematics supports children's understanding of the meaning and structure of numbers and their relationships, and helps them discover efficient calculation strategies based on this knowledge. In geometry, learners benefit from opportunities to explore a variety of shapes in order to develop a broad understanding of their properties and forms.
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  • Teaching Advanced and Applied Maths Skills

    In the fractions section, practical experiences are suggested to help children develop a foundational and comprehensive understanding of fractions.
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  • Teaching Problem Solving

    High-quality instruction in mathematical problem solving builds on children's prior knowledge and promotes meaningful engagement. Effective tasks are meaningful and culturally relevant, support multiple solution strategies, and provide opportunities for children to communicate their thinking through explanation, action, or drawing while engaging in productive struggle.
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  • Teaching Maths Language

    Mathematical language is essential for early mathematics learning. Children need opportunities to hear, use, and practise mathematical vocabulary, symbols, and concepts through hands-on activities, discussion, visual supports, and meaningful experiences. Intentional teaching of mathematical language strengthens reasoning, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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