Solving the problem of improving mathematics in Australia starts in the early years

Sarah Lansdown
Updated July 20 2020 - 7:04am, first published 3:00am
The University of Canberra has developed the ELSA program to develop spatial reasoning skills in young children. Picture: supplied
The University of Canberra has developed the ELSA program to develop spatial reasoning skills in young children. Picture: supplied

Mathematics teaching experts are calling for a strategic look at how the discipline is taught in Australia after the federal government announced it would spend $9.5 million on a new training platform for teachers.

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Sarah Lansdown

Sarah Lansdown

Canberra Times education reporter

Sarah covers all stages of education in the capital, from early childhood to higher education. Previously she was a general news reporter at The Advocate in North West Tasmania. She was named Best New Journalist at the 2019 Tasmanian Media Awards for a series on paramedic shortages. Email: sarah.lansdown@canberratimes.com.au

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