Bar Modelling and Word Problems
Maths with Judy Hornigold
Bar Modelling and Word Problems
This short course explores problem solving approaches, including Newman’s and Polya’s procedures. Then bar modelling is explained with several examples before moving on to number less word problems, the 3 reads strategy and finally goals free problems.
Judy Hornigold
Judy is an independent education consultant specialising in dyslexia and dyscalculia and also an Associate Tutor for the British Dyslexia Association and Edge Hill University. Judy has delivered many lectures and workshops at conferences throughout the UK and internationally in Europe, the UAE and New Zealand.
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Judy is a primary trained teacher and is a qualified specialist teacher of dyslexia having gained a Post Graduate Certificate in Special Education and AMBDA. She is also a trainer for Maths No Problem, training teachers in Singapore Maths.
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Judy's previous role was as a senior teacher for Dyslexia Action where she gained a great deal of experience in teaching dyslexic children and adults.
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Judy has written a guide book for parents of children with dyslexia, two books of ready-made lessons for learners with dyscalculia, the Dyscalculia Pocketbook and most recently the SEN books publication, Making Maths Visual and Tactile.
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Low-cost starter option
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6 weeks full access
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Perfect for a quick skills boost
6 WEEKS ACCESS
$60
MOST FLEXIBLE
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12 months access
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Learn anytime, at your pace
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Revisit lessons anytime
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Great for solo learners
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Best for ongoing reference
12 MONTHS ACCESS
$75
SCHOOL & TEAM SPECIAL
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12 months access each
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Learn together, share ideas
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Build consistent practice
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Ideal for teams or schools
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Flexible pace for everyone
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Revisit lessons anytime
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Great value per person
5 REGISTRATIONS FOR THE PRICE OF 4
$300
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical answers to your questions about using bar models to solve word problems!
Students may know how to calculate but not which calculation to use.
It introduces bar modelling as a powerful visual tool for problem solving.
You’ll learn how to help students understand problem structure and choose the right operation.
Teachers who want to strengthen students’ problem-solving skills in maths.
Different types of bar models and how to use them for addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fractions.
Step-by-step examples, activities, and strategies for using bar models with students.
Students will gain confidence in solving complex word problems with clear strategies.
Yes, bar modelling is an internationally recognised, research-informed teaching approach.
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