Foundation Phase

Overview

Welcome to the “Teaching Mathematics – Foundation Phase” workshop, designed specifically for educators working with young learners in Grades R-3. This workshop aims to equip you with the tools, strategies, and confidence to foster a strong mathematical foundation in your students.

Engaging Pedagogy: Learn how to create a fun and interactive learning environment that captivates young minds.
Hands-On Activities: Discover practical activities using manipulatives and visual aids to introduce basic math concepts.

Practical Experience

80%

Expert Guidance

92%

Comprehensive Resources

73%

Ongoing Support

85%

Conceptual Understanding: Focus on developing number sense, patterns, shapes, and early problem-solving skills.

Curriculum Alignment: Ensure your teaching methods are aligned with the national curriculum standards and guidelines

Day 1: Understanding the Foundation Phase Mathematics Curriculum

Session 1: Introduction to Foundation Phase Mathematics

Overview of Mathematics in the Foundation Phase
Discuss the definition of mathematics as a language of symbols and notations.
Explain the role of mathematics in observing, representing, and investigating patterns and relationships in the world.

Session 2: Aims and Skills in Foundation Phase Mathematics

Session 3: Content Areas in Foundation Phase Mathematics

Session 4: Teaching Strategies for Content Areas

Day 2: Practical Approaches to Teaching Mathematics

Session 1: Space and Shape (Geometry)

Explore properties of 3D objects and 2D shapes through sorting, classifying, describing, and naming them.
Engage learners in drawing shapes and building with objects.
Recognize and describe shapes in the environment and use appropriate vocabulary for positions and directions

Session 2: Measurement

Session 3: Data Handling (Statistics)

Session 4: Assessment in Foundation Phase Mathematics

R700/Delegate

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