Perspective Podcast #44 Mathematics Leadership: Beyond Mastery – Building Mathematical Thinking

For over a decade, “mastery” has shaped how we teach mathematics — bringing depth, precision, and structure. But mastery was never the final destination. In this episode, we explore how maths leadership can now move beyond mastery, towards nurturing true mathematical thinking: curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving at the heart of every lesson.* Why mastery was only ever the foundation* How to help teachers move from process to thinking* What it means to build a culture of curiosity in maths* The link between reasoning, representation, and imagination* How leaders can help staff see maths as something to be explored, not just taught upgrade your subscription here This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit paulurry68.substack.com/subscribe