Research and resources

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Count Me In

UK numeracy standards will only rise if there is a coherent strategy
The elephant in the classroom: Helping children learn and love maths (2009)
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The elephant in the classroom: helping children learn and love maths

With effort and support, everyone can be numerate
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Adult Numeracy: A Review of Research (2009)

Low numeracy worsens gender inequalities, geographic inequalities and economic disadvantages
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Grit: Perseverance and Passion for Long-Term Goals

Perseverance and passion for long term goals is a stronger predicator of success than IQ
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Engaging parents in raising achievement – do parents know they matter?

Introducing ‘learning to learn’ techniques leads to an increase in self-esteem and confidence
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The impact of parental involvement, parental support and family education on pupil achievements and adjustment: a literature review

What parents do with their children at home is more significant than any other factor open to educational influence
A Fresh Start: Improving literacy and numeracy (1999).
Policy

A fresh start: Improving literacy and numeracy

Looking at basic skills issues this 15-year-old report highlights similar to those we have today.

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