Demonstrate knowledge and critically evaluate a range of subject specific pedagogical approaches underpinned by educational theory, high quality research and literature.

1) Knowledge and Understanding;
2) Learning;
6) Communication;
7) Application.

Demonstrate their acquisition of new competencies relating to the appropriate and effective use of information technology to enhance learning.

3) Enquiry;
4) Analysis;
5) Problem Solving;
6) Communication;
7) Application;
8) Reflection.

Group Presentation

A group presentation (2-4 apprentices per group), aimed at their peers, which demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the effective use of technology in the classroom.

(LOs 1 and 2)

In this module, apprentice teachers will develop their understanding of pedagogy relating to the teaching of mathematics through an analysis of selected mathematics content with reference to relevant teaching strategies, current education research and teaching for mastery approaches.

Themes will include: graphical representations; mathematical language and oracy; coherence; mathematical reasoning and the use of information technology for both teachers and learners.

This module will explore the development of effective teaching and learning within the secondary mathematics classroom, as outlined within the ITTECF (DfE, 2024) which promotes the ability to facilitate learning by linking new ideas to existing knowledge, organising them into complex mental models, and sequencing teaching carefully. Apprentice teachers will implement logical teaching sequences that build on prior knowledge, and foster positive attitudes towards mathematics to enhance learning outcomes and success.

This module builds on the level 4 module by deepening your understanding of how pupils learn mathematics and broadening the range of teaching strategies available to you to support your time in school. There will be a focus on ways to encourage mathematical discussion with an emphasis on precise mathematical language. You will also be introduced to interactive dynamic graphing platforms, such as Desmos and GeoGebra, and their effective use in the classroom to enhance deeper learning.

Within this module a number of learning strategies will be used, including seminars, tutorials, peer group discussion. This will facilitate proactive learning based upon previous experience gained both prior to and during the course.

Sessions - Will draw from the school-based training within Level 4 aiming to integrate practical classroom experience with appropriate theory and practice. This will involve the use of case studies, apprentice-led inquiry, problem solving and collaboration and reflection on practice.

Lectures – These sessions will predominately be face to face with some elements of digital or virtual provision.

Tutorials – These provide the opportunity to discuss assignment requirements and reflections with the module tutors and gain academic support from academic mentors.¿¿¿

Independent study – A significant element of the apprentice teachers’ professional and academic development is based on further independent study. This will enhance their pedological and core curriculum knowledge, underpinning this with engagement with theory and the key concepts discussed in lectures, group discussions and tutorials.¿

Guided reading – A reading list and appropriate resources will be provided to enable apprentice teachers to engage with relevant and appropriate debates.¿

This module will also provide opportunities for apprentice teachers to:¿
work¿with their peers and colleagues
develop interpersonal¿and professional skills outlined within the ITTECF¿
communicate and debate subject¿content¿

For academic support, apprentices can arrange a tutorial/s where draft assessment work may be discussed.¿¿¿

Further academic skills support is available from the academic skills tutors:¿ https://libguides.staffs.ac.uk/study-skills¿and IT support also available: from Digital Services:¿¿ https://libguides.staffs.ac.uk/get-digital

For academic support, apprentices can arrange a tutorial/s where draft assessment work may be discussed.¿¿¿

Further academic skills support is available from the academic skills tutors:¿ https://libguides.staffs.ac.uk/study-skills¿and IT support also available: from Digital Services:¿¿ https://libguides.staffs.ac.uk/get-digital¿

Barton, C. (2018) How I’d wished I’d taught Maths. John Catt Educational¿¿

NCETM (n.d) Teaching for Mastery. Available at: https://www.ncetm.org.uk/teaching-for-mastery/¿¿¿

McCourt, M. (2019) Teaching for Mastery. John Catt Educational¿

University teaching sessions
Tutorials
Placement School/College meetings with school-based mentor.
University library
Materials and Links on L5 Teaching Apprenticeship Degree Blackboard and TEAMS