This was a presentation I gave last year at the Western Cape Education Department's Foundation phase conference. It is an overview and introduction to teaching numbers as composites rather than as counts.

Rethink How We Teach Math! | Dr. Hannah Barnes on Learning Numbers as Composites In this session from the School Leadership Forum, Dr. Hannah Barnes challenges traditional methods of teaching numbers. Dr. Barnes argues that focusing on numbers as composites, rather than simply counting, leads to a deeper understanding of math concepts. This video features footage from the forum and explores Dr. Barnes's innovative approach to math education. If you're looking for ways to improve your students' math outcomes, this video is a must-watch! The School Leadership Forum is hosted by Citizen Lab and sponsored by MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet

Discover innovative approaches to early childhood math education with Dr. Hannah Barnes, founder of Young Game Changers and Bush Maths. This insightful talk, delivered at the School Leadership Forum on July 31, 2024, explores the transformative concept of teaching numbers as composites rather than as counts. Gain valuable insights into how this approach can enhance problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and overall mathematical understanding in Grade R to Grade 3 learners. School Leadership Forum is hosted by Citizen Leader Lab and sponsored by MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet #earlychildhoodmath #mathsed #teachers #schoolleadership #education #younggamechangers #bushmaths