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What does it mean to understand mathematics?

Delve into understanding mathematics.

In this video industry experts give their views on what it means to understand mathematics.

They answer these key questions:

  • How does numeracy relate to knowledge of mathematics?
  • What maths skills should a maths teacher possess?
  • What is the difference between procedural and conceptual knowledge of mathematics?
  • How can maths skills be transferred into the real world?
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Teaching Mathematics: Overcoming Miscommunication

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