Able mathematicians
In planning for the needs of able mathematicians the following are regarded as key considerations:
- breadth - sometimes called ‘enrichment’
- depth - sometimes called ‘extension’
- independence
- reflection
- speed - sometimes referred to as pace
QCA (2001), p.6
Useful guidance documents, documents to support planning and teaching and useful links are listed below:
Documents
- Working With Able Mathematicians At KS3 (pdf)
- ACME Developing Able Mathematicians (pdf)
- Effective Primary Provision For G And T (pdf)
- GT Links (xls)
- King Edward VI Camp Hill School For Boys Good Practice Example (pdf)
- Summary Of Advice From Moving From Level 5 To Level 6 In The Primary Classroom (pdf)