The CETL-MSOR Conference 2014‘Mathematics and Statistics Teaching, Learning and Support: Real, Virtual, Mobile’ was held on Monday 8 – Tuesday 9 September 2014 at the College of Physical Sciences and Engineering, Queens Building, Cardiff University. 106 Delegates representing 50 institutions attended. The Conference Dinner was held at the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff and was preceded by a tour of the stadium.
Keynote speakers were:
- Dr Colin Jones, University of Tasmania – Beyond pedagogy content knowledge: retrofitting heutagogy to mathematics
- Professor Dame Celia Hoyles, Institute of Education – The potential and challenges for mathematics teaching & learning in the digital age
- Professor Paul Harper, Cardiff University – Maths saves lives!
- Staff–Student Partnerships in Teaching and Learning: Hearing from the students themselves! – Morgan Evans, Kingsley Webster, Tom Hobson, Matt Wheatley, Brodie Burton, Gemma Clarke & Hannah Bartholomew
The full conference program, conference booklet and call for abstracts may be accessed here.
Abstracts and presentations (as they become available) may be accessed below:
Shazia Ahmed & Sarah Honeychurch | University of Glasgow |
Providing academic support and improving transition into university life through Facebook groups |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Janet Bonar | Southampton Solent University |
Increasing support to increase engagement and achievement |
Abstract Presentation |
Noel-Ann Bradshaw | University of Greenwich |
Citizen Maths: development of a maths skills MOOC |
Abstract Presentation |
Noel-Ann Bradshaw | University of Greenwich |
Using MP4 maths casts to develop mathematical thought processes and reflective skills |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Helen Busby | Coventry University |
Enhancing learning of mathematics using screencasts |
Abstract Presentation |
Emma Cliffe, Cheryl Voake-Jones, Luis Rodriguez & Jane White | University of Bath |
Helping BTEC students to prepare for university: mathematics-based activities for non-mathematics students |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Anthony Cronin | University College Dublin |
The effect of an online adaptive learning maths tool on Access to Science & Engineering students |
Abstract Presentation |
Nuala Curley & Dr Maria Meehan | University College Dublin |
Identifying mathematical “trouble-spots” – the challenge of collecting useful qualitative data on students’ visits to a Maths Support Centre at a university in Ireland |
Abstract Presentation |
Morgan Evans | University of Bath | Overcoming language barriers in Mathematics | Abstract Presentation |
Ruth Fairclough | University of Wolverhampton | Traditional lectures with 21st Century students | Abstract Presentation |
Dr Jonathan Gillard & Dr Rob Wilson | Cardiff University | Student feedback: What do students really rate when they fill out questionnaires? | Abstract Presentation |
Paul Hernandez-Martinez & Merilyn Goos | Loughborough University |
What is the value of Mathematics? Encouraging meaningful participation in mathematics for engineering courses |
Abstract Presentation |
Madonna Herron | University of Ulster |
A Renaissance of pen-and-paper in a digital age |
Abstract Presentation |
Madonna Herron & Catherine O’Donnel | University of Ulster |
Technology-enhanced learning and teaching in mathematics; enhancing feedback and promoting self reflection (CLARITI) |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Alison Hooper, Dr Rhys Gwynllyw & Dr Karen Henderson | University of the West of England |
Using technology in module delivery of mathematics |
Abstract Presentation |
Rhys Jones | Cardiff University |
Creation of a new A level in Social Analytics for Wales |
Abstract Presentation |
Larry Krause | London South Bank University |
Back to Basics! The lasting value of face-to-face interaction |
Abstract Presentation |
Eleanor Lingham & Ann Baughan | DeMontfort University |
Back to basics – helping learners overcome their fear of numerical reasoning tests |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Janette Matthews | Loughborough University |
‘Getting a grip on mathematical symbolism‘ – the Loughborough MOOC experience |
Abstract Presentation |
Ellen Marshall, Alun Owen & Scott Smith | University of Sheffield, Loughborough University |
Scenario based training of statistics tutors |
Abstract Presentation |
Eabhnat Ní Fhloinn, Olivia Fitzmaurice, Ciarán Mac an Bhaird & Ciarán O’Sullivan | Dublin City University, University of Limmerick, NUIM, ITT |
Gender Equality in mathematics support |
Abstract Presentation |
Alun Owen & Janette Matthews | Loughborough University |
An update on statstutor and the statstutor Community project |
Abstract Presentation |
Sarah Parsons | Harper Adams University |
Face-to-face interaction: All creatures great and small |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Samantha Pugh | University of Leeds |
Building a community of peer support in mathematics |
Abstract Presentation |
Mo Rehman & Pete Chapman | Newman University |
Developing educational applications for mobile devices using open source tools and technologies |
Abstract Presentation |
Paul Rice & Rob Farmer | University of Northampton |
Tell me what you want, what you really really want |
Abstract Presentation |
Dr Ian Weir, Dr Rhys Gwynllyw & Dr Karen Henderson | University of the West of England |
An innovative use of technology to aid the service teaching and assessment of statistics to a large cohort |
Abstract Presentation |
Paul Wilson & Ruth Fairclough | University of Wolverhampton |
Reflections on introducing mature students to mathematics |
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CETL-MSOR 2014 at Cardiff University (8/9 September 2014):
What particular ideas and practices are you taking away from the Conference?
- “Loads – from using of electronic pens to giving students more control, to thinking about students with English as a second language”
- “Roles of social media in mathematics and statistics support both for students and staff”
- “The importance of networking with others interested in Mathematics Education. The simple on line methods of producing supports for students.”
- “MOOCs & online videos”
What might you now do differently as a result of attending this event?
- “I will flip one or two lectures later this year and see what happens. I will try and involve students in support.”
- “We will try out different approaches to publicising our Maths and Stats support services”
- “I hope to deliver future lectures using a range of methods e.g. videos and tablets; and encourage students to direct their own learning and actively discuss lecture material in Facebook groups”
- “Keep developing my heutagogy methodology now it has a name”