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FSC2547 Mathematics in the Primary Classroom: Fundamentals and Resources

Course Description

New Mathematics Curriculum: Information and Resources for the Primary Classroom

“Mathematics in the Primary Classroom: Fundamentals and Resources” is an online teacher summer course aimed at enriching primary school teachers’ proficiency in delivering mathematics education across various class levels in Ireland. This course seeks to deepen teachers’ understanding of mathematical concepts and pedagogy, providing a wealth of games, activities, and resources for daily classroom use. Educators will explore the new primary mathematics curriculum, strategies for differentiation and assessment, and innovative approaches to problem-solving and number work, fostering a dynamic and effective mathematics learning environment.

  • Curriculum Understanding and Assessment: Gain insight into the structure and goals of the NEW Irish primary mathematics curriculum, with a focus on equity, access, and various assessment methods.
  • Whole School Approach: Learn about initiatives and interventions to promote mathematics within primary schools, enhancing the connection between home and school through the school self-evaluation process.
  • Problem-solving Skills: Understand the pivotal role of problem-solving within the curriculum, familiarising yourself with different problem types and strategies to support student development.
  • Number Work for Junior Classes: Explore numeration, counting, place value, sets, operations, and fractions for early learners, employing concrete, pictorial, and abstract models for teaching.
  • Number Concepts for Senior Classes: Delve into advanced number concepts for older students, reflecting on curriculum interconnections and teaching strategies to support comprehensive learning.

This course is perfect for primary school teachers who seek to enhance their mathematics teaching practices. Whether you’re aiming to refresh your mathematics knowledge, discover new resources, or implement innovative teaching strategies, this course offers the insights and tools needed to foster an engaging and effective mathematics learning environment.

Enrol today and start transforming your approach to mathematics education in the primary classroom.

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Essential Details

Price: €69.00
Course Code: FSC2547
Tutor Support: Phone, e-Mail, Forum
Start Date: 1 July 2025
Duration: 20 Hours
Format: Online
Skill Level: Beginner
Qualification: Certificate

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Course Information

EPV Days – this course is approved by the Dept. of Education for qualification of EPV days. The more courses you select, the more EPV days you receive:

  • 1 online course – 3 EPV days entitlement
  • 2 online courses – 4 EPV days entitlement
  • 3 online courses – 5 EPV days entitlement

Requirements: All our courses are run in accordance with the Department of Education and Skills criteria.

Training Period: Courses begin on Tuesday, 1st July 2025 at 9:00am and must be completed by Friday, 22nd August 2025 at 5.00pm.

Course Length: Each course requires approximately 20 hours of study including time to complete any assessments.

Support: The Discussion forums are facilitated by expert moderators.

Course Fees: Courses may be purchased either online or by phone.

  • One course €69
  • Two courses €89
  • Three courses €99

Questions and Support: Our Support team are on hand to answer all your queries, either by phone, live chat or e-mail.

Certification: When you have successfully completed your course, you will receive your CPD Certificate.

Course Content

Module 1: Mathematics Education: Planning, Differentiation and Assessment

  • Understand the significance and educational trajectory of mathematics in Irish primary schools.
  • Familiarise with the structure of the new primary mathematics curriculum and its emphasis on equity and access.
  • Identify planning considerations and various methods of assessment in mathematics.

Module 2: Whole School Approach to Mathematics

  • Understand the importance of promoting mathematics in primary schools and various initiatives to support this.
  • Recognise whole school interventions for mathematics and establish connections between home and school.
  • Apply the school self-evaluation process to mathematics education.

Module 3: Problem-solving in the Primary School Classroom

  • Explain the critical role of problem-solving in the new mathematics curriculum and become familiar with different problem types.
  • Understand the problem-solving process and how to support students in developing problem-solving skills and strategies.

Module 4: Number in the Junior Class (stages 1 & 2)

  • Become familiar with learning outcomes related to numeration, counting, place value, sets, operations, and fractions in the early stages of the mathematics curriculum.
  • Recognise how these elements interconnect and the importance of using concrete, pictorial, and abstract models to develop learning activities.
  • Consider applications of these concepts to enhance teaching and learning in a school setting.

Module 5: Number in the Senior Class (stages 3 & 4)

  • Explore learning outcomes related to place value, sets, operations, and fractions for later stages of the mathematics curriculum.
  • Understand the interconnected nature of the curriculum and the importance of the concrete-pictorial-abstract model in developing teaching strategies.
  • Reflect on how to apply these learning outcomes to support teaching and learning in a school setting.

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  • 8. Receive Certificate

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course completion requirements are as follows:

You are required to post two comments to the forum post at the end of each module throughout the course. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

Your progression from module to module is contingent on the successful completion of these assignments.

The end of course reflective assignment must demonstrate achievement of the course’s stated learning outcomes.

You will be required to complete a minimum of 10 hours online and an additional 10 hours either online or offline

If you signed up for your course online you will have received an email with login details to start your training. Please check your spam/junk email folder as it may have landed in there.

All our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course so please allow up to 2 weeks for the grade and feedback for the End of Course assignment.

The courses contain 5 modules each of which is made up of individual lessons.

You are required to engage with the course for a total of 20 hours (10 Hours online is mandatory and the remaining 10 hours can be online or offline for other learning activities)

Yes you can decide to do either. It is up to you what way you want to complete the course, once you demonstrate engagement for a total of 20 hours (10 of these must be online)

You are required to post to the forum posts at the end of each module throughout the course. You will need to post two comments. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

This is usually caused by not meeting the criteria for completing the previous module, in particular posting at least two contributions to the course forum.

The minimum word count is to be no less than 300 words and not more than 500 words.

Naturally, like most courses, it is only possible to evaluate your grade when you have completed the course.

There is two parts to the assessment:

<strong>1. Meeting the Minimum Criteria:</strong> You are required to complete all 5 modules, regularly contribute to the course forum after each module (at least 2 meaningful contributions per module).

<strong>2. Assignments:</strong> You must complete Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and posts to the forums at the end of each module, as well as an overall End of Course Assignment. Once you have met each of these conditions, you should qualify for your EPV days and receiving your Flúirse certificate of completion.

You’ll be glad to hear that ALL our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course and will always inform them before the course closing date if they do not appear to have met the above criteria for any reason.

More questions? Check our FAQ Section.

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