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Adults Learning Mathematics
Adults Learning Mathematics is an international forum which aims to promote the learning of mathematics by adults through bringing together those
engaged in and interested in research and developments in this field (here understood to include numeracy). The group comprises both researchers and
adult education practitioners; it organises an annual conference, and produces a newsletter and a regular international web-based journal. It also
offers webinars on topics of current interest. |
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Association of Mathematics Education Teachers
The Association of Mathematics Education Teachers is the voice of mathematics teacher educators in the UK http://www.ametonline.org.uk/ with membership predominantly from the UK Mathematics Initial Teacher Education (ITE) community.
AMET represents our members in JMC and other bodies, as well as hosting two annual conferences. We keep members up-to-date on mathematics education
developments and support new ITE mathematics tutors for both Primary and Secondary phases. |
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Association of Teachers of Mathematics
ATM is the professional home for teachers who want to explore strategies that will enable all learners to enjoy and discover mathematics. ATM
produces stimulating publications, an inspiring journal, and provides opportunities for teachers to work together at its annual conference, through
working groups and local branches. Members are eligible to apply for Chartered Mathematics Teacher status www.cmathteach.org.uk. |
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British Society for Research into Learning Mathematics
BSRLM is for people interested in research in mathematics education and provides a supportive environment for both new and experienced researchers
to develop their ideas. |
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British Society for the History of Mathematics
The British Society for the History of Mathematics exists: to promote and encourage research in the history of mathematics and the dissemination of
the results of such research; to promote and develop for the public benefit, awareness, knowledge, study and teaching of the history of mathematics;
to promote the use of the history of mathematics at all levels in mathematics education in order to enhance the teaching of mathematics for the
public benefit. |
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Conference of Heads of Departments of Mathematical Sciences
HoDoMS is the representative body for Heads of Departments of Mathematical Sciences in UK Universities and aims to discuss and promote the interests
of HE Mathematics in the UK and to facilitate dialogue between departments. |
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Edinburgh Mathematical Society
The Edinburgh Mathematical Society (EMS) was founded in 1883 and has since become firmly established as the principal mathematical society for the
university community in Scotland. The aims of the EMS are the promotion and extension of the Mathematical Sciences, pure and applied, particularly
in Scotland, and it draws its membership from all the Scottish universities and other educational institutions as well as from mathematicians in
industry and commerce both at home and overseas. |
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Institute of Mathematics and its Applications
The Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) exists to support the advancement of
mathematical knowledge and its applications and to promote and enhance mathematical culture in the United Kingdom and elsewhere, for the public
good. It is the professional and learned society for qualified and practising mathematicians, with a membership of around 5,000 comprising of
mathematicians from all sectors, as well as those with an interest in mathematics. |
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London Mathematical Society
The London Mathematical Society is the major UK learned society for mathematics. The Society's activities include publishing journals and books,
providing grants to support mathematics and organising scientific meetings and lectures. |
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The Mathematical Association
The Mathematical Association exists to support and promote confidence and enjoyment in mathematics through collaboration between students, teachers,
mathematicians and others interested in mathematics and mathematics education. We welcome all such and function through social media, through
electronic and other publications, working groups, local branches, conferences and CPD, aiming to inform, develop, recharge, and inspire. Teaching
members are eligible to apply for Chartered Mathematics Teacher status www.cmathteach.org.uk. |
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Mathematics in Education and Industry
MEI is an independent charity committed to improving mathematics education and is also an independent UK curriculum development body. Any income
generated through our work is used to support the teaching and learning of mathematics. |
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National Association for Numeracy and Mathematics in Colleges
The National Association for Numeracy and Mathematics in Colleges (NANAMIC) provides professional development for numeracy and mathematics teachers
and is a voice for the post-16 further education and training sector. We support classroom practitioners by: providing professional development
events in response to the requirements of the sector; running an annual National Conference with many hands-on workshops; representing the views of
members when responding to consultations and in face to face meetings. Members are eligible to apply for Chartered Mathematics Teacher status www.cmathteach.org.uk. |
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National Association of Mathematics Advisers
The National Association of Mathematics Advisers (NAMA) is a UK based professional association run by members for its members and has a national
dimension and impact. Membership is open to all seeking to improve mathematics education beyond their own organisation and includes advisers,
consultants, lecturers, researchers and inspectors. The Association provides advice, support and inspection services to individuals and
organisations that seek to make an effective contribution to the learning and teaching of mathematics. |
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National Numeracy
National Numeracy is an independent charity established in 2012 to help raise low levels of numeracy among both adults and children and to promote
the importance of everyday maths skills. We aim to challenge negative attitudes, influence public policy and promote effective approaches to
improving numeracy. Where possible, we work in partnership with other organisations to achieve these aims. |
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NRICH (on behalf of the Millennium Mathematics Project)
NRICH provides free online ‘low-threshold, high-ceiling’ mathematics education resources for ages 3 to 18. Our rich resources focus on mathematical
problem-solving, and cover all stages of early years, primary and secondary school education. We work with teachers to develop and enhance
professional knowledge and skills. NRICH is the largest programme within the Millennium Mathematics Project at the University of Cambridge. |
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Operational Research Society
The Operational Research (O.R.) Society is the professional membership body of the O.R. community. The OR Society provides training, conferences,
publications, and information to those working in O.R. They support university students with free membership, volunteering opportunities, and
careers information. Free outreach work (O.R. in Schools) includes interactive student
workshops, careers talks, teaching resources and CPD. |
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Royal Academy of Engineering
As the UK’s national academy for engineering, we bring together the most successful and talented engineers for a shared purpose: to advance and
promote excellence in engineering. We provide analysis and policy support to promote the UK’s role as a great place to do business. We take a lead
on engineering education and we invest in the UK’s world-class research base to underpin innovation. We work to improve public awareness and
understanding of engineering. We are a national academy with a global outlook. |
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Royal Statistical Society
The Royal Statistical Society is a charity which promotes statistics, data and evidence for the public good; we are one of the world’s leading
learned societies and the only UK professional body for all statisticians. Our vision is ‘A world where data are at the heart of understanding and
decision-making. Our education work includes a free e-teacher membership, policy work, and projects to promote statistical literacy and an understanding of data in society. |
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STEM Learning
The National STEM Learning Network is the largest provider of STEM-specific support for schools, colleges and others working with young people
across the UK. We enable teachers, technicians and others working with young people to engage with STEM-subject specific, career-long professional
development; free resources, based on the curriculum; STEM Ambassadors; STEM Clubs support; and a wide range of other activities with proven impact
on outcomes for young people. Find out more at www.stem.org.uk and join us on Twitter:
@STEMLearningUK. You can also find details of support specifically highlighted for
secondary mathematics and for primary mathematics. |
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United Kingdom Mathematics Trust
The United Kingdom Mathematics Trust is a registered charity whose aim is to advance the education of young people in mathematics. We engage in
activities ranging from publishing to teaching. But our main focus is the organisation of mathematical competitions, from the national Mathematical
Challenges, to the selection and training of the UK team for international competitions such as the International Mathematical Olympiad. See https://www.ukmt.org.uk/ for details of all our activities. |
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Wales Institute of Mathematical and Computational Sciences
WIMCS (Wales Institute of Mathematical and Computational Sciences) aims to enhance the standing of mathematics and
computation in Wales, to foster links with industry, commerce and business, to generate substantial research funding and to provide a forum for
education and public awareness of the mathematical sciences http://www.wimcs.ac.uk/. WIMCS is
a home to Further Mathematics Support Programme Wales which is funded by the Welsh Government and works in partnership with MEI http://furthermaths.org.uk/wales. |
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If you are looking for professional development in the teaching of mathematics then you may find useful:
A guide to STEM continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities for teachers
which is published by the National College for Teaching and Leadership [for England].
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