Bridges of Learning - Training session 2 (Shape)
Part of the Project
Training Session 2 - Shape
Training Details-
-
Number of teachers: 7 present
-
Number of officials: 1 present
-
Venue: Chapel St Primary School
-
Time: 14H00 - 17h00
-
Date: 15 April 2026
Overall interest in the Basic Concepts Programme-
100% of participants rated their interest in the BCP as "good" or "excellent," demonstrating a strong enthusiasm for the programme.
Main takeaways -
-
The recent training session highlighted the importance of mediation as an essential teaching approach, with teachers recognising how it supports learners in understanding, applying, and retaining concepts more effectively.
- Participants also emphasised the value of demonstrating shapes in a practical way, particularly through drawing and measuring activities, as these examples helped strengthen learner understanding.
- The Concept Teaching Model (CTM) and the structure of each session were identified as valuable guiding frameworks. Teachers reflected on the importance of pacing lessons more slowly, concentrating on one concept at a time, and revisiting concepts regularly to promote deeper learning.
- Other important takeaways included encouraging active learner participation, using language intentionally throughout lessons, and creating a positive and supportive classroom environment.
Summary of Feedback from the participants about the session -
Teacher feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Participants described the session as practical, engaging, and informative, with many expressing appreciation for the demonstrations and hands-on activities. Teachers shared that the training increased their confidence and provided useful strategies that could be implemented immediately in their classrooms.
Several participants also noted that they would value additional time for practical activities and further demonstrations in future sessions.
Overall, the session reinforced the importance of language-rich, interactive, and concept-based teaching approaches in supporting children’s early mathematical understanding.
