Problem-solving skills are an integral part of resilience and the ability to persevere through challenges and adversity. To effectively work through and solve a problem, students must be able to think critically and creatively.

Critical and creative thinking help students approach a problem objectively and to determine different ways to go about finding a solution. This process in turn helps students build self-efficacy. When students are able to analyze and solve a problem, this increases their confidence and impacts their disposition towards mathematics.

This session will explore in detail the impact of a Maths Eyes initiative in a primary school. It will also explore the impact of Maths Eyes in other settings including Marino Institute of Education teacher training college, St. Mura's NS, Waterford Education Support Centre and a Gaelscoil.

Facilitated by Marie Brennan

Marie holds a PhD in Primary Mathematics Education from University College Dublin. She has extensive experience of working within the field of educational disadvantage. Marie has lectured on Primary Mathematics Education and Special Education at undergraduate and postgraduate level. She worked as a Numeracy Advisor with the Professional Development Services for Teachers (PDST) where she was involved in providing a range of professional development experiences and models which support professional learning, reflection, collaboration and evidence-based practice across the curriculum. Marie is Principal of Drumlease National School, Dromahair, Co. Leitrim.

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