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Filtered research on mathematics education

Every two months we bring you an Espresso – a small but intense draught of filtered research on mathematics education, expressly designed with teachers in mind. Each Espresso considers one particular issue in mathematics education, and how the latest good-quality research can provide helpful guidance or further reading. Perfect with a biscuit; sip gently and combine with a drop of professional judgement for a benevolent stimulant effect.

Infographic showing three possible theories on maths anxiety and maths performance

Issue 6: Maths anxiety

31 May 2017

How does maths anxiety affect mathematics learning?

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Infographic illustrating percentage of pupils with books in their home, and how many, across maths sets

Issue 5: Attainment grouping in mathematics learning

10 May 2017

What are the effects of attainment grouping on mathematics learning?

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Infographic displaying different theories of how we perceive number

Issue 4: Early number sense

30 January 2017

What is 'number sense' and how does it affect mathematics learning?

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Infographic comparing transmission and collaborative orientations

Issue 3: Traditional and progressive models

21 December 2016

Is there any value in applying 'traditional' and 'progressive' models to mathematics teaching?

Read Espresso 3

Infographic displaying confidence and competence assessments levels in mathematics learning

Issue 2: Confidence assessments in mathematics learning

20 December 2016

How does assessing confidence affect learning and testing in mathematics?

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Infographic showing percentage accuracy on times tables tests for KS2 pupils

Issue 1: Learning and assessing times tables

13 December 2016

What are the issues in learning and assessing times tables?

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