The multi sensory roots of ‘hands on’ mathematical learning
Staves Consultant, trainer, author and writer of the 2009 EQUALS ‘Guide for teaching Mathematics.'
Les has worked with very special children since 1973 and was head teacher of Turnshaws, an outstanding special school for children with Severe or Complex Learning Difficulties in Kirklees, West Yorkshire.
His book 'Mathmatics for Children with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties' published by David Fulton sold out the first print run in seven months, and is now regarded as a classic.
Since 1999 he has been working as a consultant to Special Schools and has developed a national reputation for inspirational training.
He has written materials and delivered training for the National Numeracy Strategy and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority.
For 2009 Les has written "The EQUALS Guide to Teaching Mathematics", which offers comprehensive guidance about interpreting the mathematics curriculum to develop appropriate learning for very special pupils.
Les has worked with very special children since 1973 and was head teacher of Turnshaws, an outstanding special school for children with Severe or Complex Learning Difficulties in Kirklees, West Yorkshire.
His book 'Mathmatics for Children with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties' published by David Fulton sold out the first print run in seven months, and is now regarded as a classic.
Since 1999 he has been working as a consultant to Special Schools and has developed a national reputation for inspirational training.
He has written materials and delivered training for the National Numeracy Strategy and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority.
For 2009 Les has written "The EQUALS Guide to Teaching Mathematics", which offers comprehensive guidance about interpreting the mathematics curriculum to develop appropriate learning for very special pupils.
Les delivers a colourful and well thought-out training course using a wealth of illustrative resources.
The course will cover a wide range of topics including:
The rhythm of life ~ how children learn at even at the most fundamental level.
Count me in ~ exploring early concepts and skills tha.t may lead to experiencing, understanding and communicating about quantity and counting
Special delivery ~ delivering strands of mathematics to special learners at the early
Stages of learning ~ including 'hands on opportunities using practical equipment to inspire learning!
The course will cover a wide range of topics including:
- Why Mathematics is important for pupils with very special needs.
- Important aspects of early learning - which are precursors to mathematics.
- How children establish early mathematical concepts.
The rhythm of life ~ how children learn at even at the most fundamental level.
Count me in ~ exploring early concepts and skills tha.t may lead to experiencing, understanding and communicating about quantity and counting
Special delivery ~ delivering strands of mathematics to special learners at the early
Stages of learning ~ including 'hands on opportunities using practical equipment to inspire learning!
Those working with learners who have moderate to severe learning needs including autism or challenging & unusual behaviours in special schools, units and colleges
Also great for early years practitioners in inclusive settings.
Also great for early years practitioners in inclusive settings.