Training Course: Maths in Museums at the Campaign for Learning’s Maths Mindsets conference

Training Course: Maths in Museums at the Campaign for Learning’s Maths Mindsets conference

Drawing on his work in museums and schools and his academic work, Tom will focus on the ‘infectiousness’ of mindsets with regards to mathematics, exploring the idea that positivity towards mathematics is essential for success in mathematics, and that attitudes towards the subject are not just based on 3-4 hours per week in the maths classroom but also on maths-related experiences for the rest of the waking week. To succeed, children need to experience positivity and growth mindsets towards maths in all areas of their lives, and parents have an essential role in shaping these experiences.

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Research Project: Aligning Heritage Science to UK Primary Science Curricula

Research Project: Aligning Heritage Science to UK Primary Science Curricula

The project arose from an earlier event which highlighted the potential for heritage science themes to help build bridges between arts and science teaching in schools whilst spreading awareness of an aspect of museum and gallery work that is often hidden behind the scenes.

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