Partnering with parents – how to talk about mathematics with ACER’s Dr Sarah Buckley
Summary: <p>This episode is 3 of 3.</p> <p>Valuing maths positively impacts student learning outcomes and determines whether a student will continue to engage with maths at school and beyond. This episode discusses a particular type of maths – utility value – and the research backed way to improve it. Hosted by Teaching Excellence Program Master Teacher Ben Allen with guest Dr Sarah Buckley (Australian Council for Educational Research -ACER), this episode is great for both teachers and parents to help support students develop more positive attitudes towards maths. Resources: <a href="https://go.vic.gov.au/3TlxyKX" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://go.vic.gov.au/3TlxyKX</a></p> <p><strong>Time stamps: </strong></p> <p>(01:03) – MAES (maths anxiety engagement strategy) definition and history. </p> <p>(03:19) – What is positive maths talk? </p> <p>(04:35) – What does positive maths talk look like at home? </p> <p>(06:00) – Why is positive maths talk essential? </p> <p>(08:32) – Dispelling maths myths. </p> <p>(10:10) – Research and student outcomes. </p> <p>(14:17) – Resource ‘Why Maths?’ </p> <p>(17:41) – What is different about this resource? </p> <p>(22:25) – Where is math in our lives and careers? </p> <p>(25:42) – Presenters key take-aways.</p> <p>This podcast series explores, challenges and considers insights into education, school leadership and classroom learning. Views expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not represent the Academy.</p>
