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Web-based training series

Wednesday, 14 May 2008 00:00

The American Statistical Association section on teaching of statistics in the health sciences spring 2008 newsletter is now available. The newsletter can be found by going to the website www.amstat.org, selecting 'Sections' from the banner and then choosing 'Teaching of Statistics in the Health Sciences' from the drop-down menu. From here the 'Newsletter' tab can be selected.

Teaching Statistics in Schools throughout the World

Wednesday, 14 May 2008 00:00

The RSSCSE is constructing a proposal to update the 1982 book Teaching Statistics in Schools throughout the World (edited by Vic Barnett). A number of alternatives are being considered: for example, producing a combination of traditional (hard copy) and electronic (Internet-based) material.

Renewed secondary framework for the teaching of mathematics

Wednesday, 14 May 2008 00:00

In support of the new curriculum for pupils aged 11 to 14, the Secondary National Strategy has launched renewed framework documents to support teachers' planning and preparation.

DCSF consultations

Wednesday, 14 May 2008 00:00

Sir Jim Rose has been appointed to lead an independent review of the primary curriculum. As first stage of the consultation process, there has been a call for evidence, particularly seeking the views of those in the school workforce. Events will also be held to seek views, prior to an interim report in the autumn and a final report by March 2009.

New Director General at DIUS

Wednesday, 14 May 2008 00:00

Adrian Smith will be leaving his role as principal of Queen Mary, University of London at the end of August to join the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS) as Director General, Science and Research, and Chief Scientific Advisor to the Department. He remains chair of the Advisory Council on Mathematics Education (ACME).

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