Digging for the Why

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S2 E5 - Digging for the Yes, but Why with Ed Southall
Send us a textIn our final episode of Season 2 of ‘Digging For The Why’ we talk to Curriculum Lead for Oak National Academy, Ed Southall.In this week’s episode, Ed emphasises the need to nurture curiosity from an early age to encourage participation in the classroom.We delve into the challenges of moving away from traditional teaching models and the benefits that conceptual insight can bring to enrich students’ learning experiences.Additionally, we explore how to create a classroom culture in which students feel safe to make mistakes, share ideas and engage in discussion to enhance their understanding and shift traditional teaching practices.Meet our Guest:Author of ‘Yes But Why? Teaching for Understanding in Mathematics, Curriculum Lead for Oak National Academy and editor-in-chief of the Mathematical Association, Ed Southall, is the perfect guest for our podcast.Ed specialises in speaking about conceptual teaching in maths and making maths make sense for children of all ages. He has an array of experience in teaching and senior leadership, as well as experience teaching in the Middle East.@edsouthallEnjoyed this episode? Help us reach more people by leaving us a 5*!! review You can find us on XAndy - @desire2undrstnd/Bluesky Alison - @AlisonHopperMEI A talented young creative iingledew produced our intro/outro – check out his Soundcloud.
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S2 E4 - Defining The Purpose of Maths with Susan Okereke
Send us a textIn this week’s episode, we invite Susan Okereke to open the conversation on whether students should study maths till age 18.We take a look at the enhancing numeracy levels in the UK and the positive effects that might have. As well as the societal impact of poor math skills and emotional responses to maths.We also explore the importance of welcoming mistakes and encouraging inclusivity within the classroom to build both confidence and competence among students and, ultimately, a supportive learning environment.Meet our Guest:As an experienced maths teacher and communicator, Susan aims to encourage thought and discussion about how we can improve numeracy levels in this country and how we can make maths more engaging in the classroom. Susan is also a podcast host for Maths Appeal and a BBC Radio 4 puzzle writer. Susan is passionate about showing that maths is everywhere and for everyone.@DoTheMathsThingListen to Maths Appeal now! Acast |Apple | Spotify |YouTube Enjoyed this episode? Help us reach more people by leaving us a 5*!! review You can find us on XAndy - @desire2undrstnd/Bluesky Alison - @AlisonHopperMEI A talented young creative iingledew produced our intro/outro – check out his Soundcloud.
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S2 E3 - Creating Safe and Encouraging Learning Environments with Alex Bellos
Send us a textIn this captivating episode, we invite Alex Bellos, renowned author, mathematician, and puzzle-maker, to join the discussion on why we dig for the why. Alex is an expert on the narrative approach to making maths engaging.We explore the similarities in teaching methods between maths and computer science. As well as the significance of generating curiosity and the role teachers play in encouraging an open and safe environment that prompts students to question ‘Why?’.Meet out Guest:Alex Bellos studied Mathematics and Philosophy at Cambridge before going into Journalism. For over 5 years, he lived in Brazil, working for The Guardian as their South American correspondent. In 2010, when he returned to the UK, Alex published ‘Alex’s Adventures in Numberland’, followed shortly by ‘Alex Through the Looking Glass’ in 2014. Alex is also an experienced public speaker and gives talks to a whole range of students, profesionals and the general public.@alexbellosEnjoyed this episode? Help us reach more people by leaving us a 5*!! review You can find us on XAndy - @desire2undrstnd/Bluesky Alison - @AlisonHopperMEI A talented young creative iingledew produced our intro/outro – check out his Soundcloud.
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S2 E2 - The Power of Puzzles with Catriona Agg
Send us a textEpisode 2 of ‘Digging For The Why’ explores the idea of enquiry-based learning in mathematics education. This week, we talk to Catriona Agg, a specialist in continuity between years 5 – 8, about the benefits of incorporating puzzles into your lessons. We also look at independent learning across educational levels and explore strategies for engaging students in mathematics and reflecting on education in the post-pandemic world. Meet our Guest:We are joined by Catriona Agg, group lead and experienced maths teacher. Catriona works with her local maths hub as a Work Group Lead developing A level pedagogy. She has also been a Work Group Lead for Year 5 to 8 Continuity, which, as listeners of season one will know, is very close to our hearts! Catriona is also well known in the maths-twitter world for her awesome geometry puzzles.@Cshearer41Enjoyed this episode? Help us reach more people by leaving us a 5*!! review You can find us on XAndy - @desire2undrstnd/Bluesky Alison - @AlisonHopperMEI A talented young creative iingledew produced our intro/outro – check out his Soundcloud.
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S2 E1 - Communicating Maths Effectively with Ben Sparks
Send us a textJoin us and our special guest, Ben Sparks, as we discuss everything from engaging teaching methods and practical applications to fostering curiosity among students.We emphasise the need for teachers to make maths interesting and accessible beyond the traditional curriculum. While exploring the importance of deep understanding over memorisation across all subjects.We also take a look at parental influence and some different, varied pedagogical approaches to create an engaging and accessible learning environment for all students. Meet our Guest:Ben is an experienced mathematician, musician and public speaker. He hosts maths talks and workshops around the world.Ben is currently part freelance and an Area Coordinator with the AMSP, and is based at the University of Bath. His performances include regular work with the Numberphile YouTube channel, where his videos have been watched over 12 million times. He also runs his own YouTube channel, SparksMaths. @SparksMaths | https://www.bensparks.co.uk/ Enjoyed this episode? Help us reach more people by leaving us a 5*!! review You can find us on XAndy - @desire2undrstnd/Bluesky Alison - @AlisonHopperMEI A talented young creative iingledew produced our intro/outro – check out his Soundcloud.
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A podcast for maths teachers of Years 5-8 looking at continuity and why we need to dig for the why in our lessons. Join Andy (former secondary teacher) and Alison (former primary teacher) for a podcast series discussing issues around continuity, the transition from primary to secondary, and many of the problems around teaching and learning maths.

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