A practical introduction to Maths teaching designed specifically for beginning teachers in primary and secondary schools. It brings together the latest DfES and TTA guidelines and requirements with authoritative guidance, ensuring that readers feel confident about how to approach their role as a teacher. This book explores key issues in maths teaching today, including:

planning and classroom management

assessment, recording and reporting

information and communication technology

investigative mathematics

equal opportunities, special needs and differentiation

key skills and alternative mathematics qualifications

being an effective maths teacher

personal and professional development in the early stages of a teaching career