Teaching Arithmetic in Primary Schools

The proposed National Curriculum for mathematics places an increased emphasis on arithmetic and so this book is intended to address trainee teachers' subject and pedagogical knowledge in this key area. Everything from the instant recall of number facts, through to traditional written methods is covered, but also with an emphasis on mental arithmetic and informal pencil and paper approaches. A key feature is the development of understanding, rather than the learning of rules and procedures. This is achieved through worked examples, reflective and practical activities, case studies, self-assessment tasks and a focus on the research which underpins the content being presented.