The State Government is making sure primary school students get the best maths education – with support for more teachers to become mathematics specialists.
Minister for Education Ben Carroll last week announced a further 100 government school teachers will become mathematics education specialists through the Primary Mathematics and Science Specialists (PMSS) initiative.
The more than $20 million initiative is part of the government’s plan to deliver teaching excellence in maths and science and will ensure more students excel in both subjects.
The teachers will be trained over the next two years – giving them expert knowledge and skills to teach and assess mathematics.
They’ll use the skills to boost primary students’ engagement and achievement in mathematics – an underpinning of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
“Mathematics is a vital skill and we’re ensuring students are taught by the best maths teachers so they can achieve their full potential at school and in life,” Minister Carroll said.
“We’re making sure more schools have access to maths specialists – ensuring that more kids can get the best education and develop a passion for mathematics.”
