Network priorities :
Network priorities Assessment
School/university interface
Staff development
Service teaching
Slide 3:
Assessment
1. computer aided assessment in maths
workshops
newsletter articles
monthly series of articles on CAA in maths
email discussion list maths-caa
2. matching assessment to learning
workshops
reports in newsletter
information pack to go on website
Slide 4:
School/University interface
1. post 16 mathematics within Curric2000
briefing day in June 2001 in London
information pack
tracking ongoing changes
support for further mathematics
2. first year experience
a series of visits next year to establish what is happening in departments
Slide 5:
Staff Development
1. workshops
induction day for new lecturers in September
workshops for statistics
a number of regional workshops in 2001/2
2. resources
material being collated for an exhibition
production of new discipline-based resources to support and increase the effectiveness of teachers and enhance the learning experience of students
Slide 6:
Service Teaching, or
Applicable Mathematics
1. regional Maths Toolkit workshops run jointly with other LTSN Centres
2. national approach to diagnostic testing
publication of report from Gatsby seminar
email discussion list measure-maths-problem
3. resources
case studies in diagnostic testing and student support
development of packs for problem-based learning
Slide 7:
network with existing interest groups and encourage collaboration - TaLUM, UMTC, mathedu, MathGate
provide a focal point for information- approachable advice service- searchable databases of resources- information on funding opportunities
disseminate for information, understanding and use- Web site, MSOR Connections, workshops
support and enhance academic practice- encourage the publication of reflective articles- link with research into maths education in HE Supported by core activities