Monday, May 2, 2011

Catch of the Day - NRICH Mathematics- 5/2/2011

NRICH is a group of teachers specializing in the use of RICH mathematical thinking. The NRICH project offers advice and support to both teachers and learners (ages 5-19) of mathematics.

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The NRICH website contains a wealth of rich tasks and guidance. NRICH wants teachers to have a thorough understanding of what is meant by "rich tasks" and what that suggests about classroom practice.

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NRICH provides mathematics teachers:

  • Free enrichment material that can help inspire and engage learners and embed RICH tasks into everyday practice.
  • On-line and face-to-face support at both Primary and Secondary levels to promote RICH thinking in classrooms.
  • Professional development courses and workshops in rich mathematics.
  • Help in thinking strategically about "next steps" and progression in problem solving.

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There are free, interesting mathematical games, problems, and articles for mathematics learners. Students are encouraged to share their solutions to NRICH mathematical problems in a safe online space where they can meet others with similar interests.

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Some of the resources available free on the NRICH website are curriculum mapping documents; articles, news, and research/journal items; professional development; and games.

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