You have just got a job teaching maths – what do you do now? Things I know and use, that I wish I knew 34.75 years ago. In this session, the presenter will outline a number of strategies and philosophies, that he has found since finishing university, that he uses while planning and teaching class. He uses them because they work. They are from a wide variety of sources and have all been effectively trialled. They are not just about avoiding pitfalls, they are based on maximising learning success and creating the environment in which this can happen. The format will be a lecture, but with an emphasis on being interactive with a lot of attendee input. This session is aimed at beginning maths teachers – both inexperienced teachers and teachers who are teaching outside their area of training. It is delivered by a very experienced teacher and presenter.

Key takeaways:
1. Feel better prepared and confident in terms of how to plan a maths lesson or series of lessons.
2. Feel better prepared and confident to teach a maths lesson or series of lessons.

Remember: Before attending, honestly reflect on what you would like to know and have confidence in, in terms of maths teaching in particular. Bring a notebook.