Maths Anxiety is a very common experience, reported by people around the world. This book will help all teachers of Maths, from primary education to secondary and beyond, to better understand Maths Anxiety and learn how we can address this within our classrooms, creating a more positive learning environment for all.

Supported by research, case studies, and anecdotes, this highly practical book explores and provides answers to the following questions:

• What is Maths Anxiety?
• Who experiences it?
• Can I measure it?
• What is involved in Maths Anxiety?
• Who and what can influence it?
• What can we do to provide support?
• Can teachers experience Maths Anxiety too?

An essential resource for anybody teaching or supporting the learning of Maths, this book provides tried and tested interventions to apply within the classroom, alongside strategies to use at school or at home to manage and alleviate student experiences of Maths Anxiety.

About the Author

Heidi Kirkland is an experienced primary teacher, Maths coordinator, and associate lecturer. She has authored numerous blogs and articles on Maths Anxiety.

Thomas Hunt is an associate professor in Psychology at the University of Derby where he leads the Mathematics Anxiety Research Group. He has authored several academic research papers and book chapters on the topic of Maths Anxiety.

Reviews

"An interesting insight into the world of maths anxiety and of the strategies to minimise it!"

Professor Nira Chamberlain OBE, Past President of The Mathematical Association

"The publication of this admirable book is timely. It is an accessible, comprehensive and balanced introduction to the concept of maths anxiety and its impact on learners. It gives a multi-faceted perspective with sound and cautious advice. Its comprehensive collection of references would make it an essential for any researcher into maths anxiety. I found this book to be classroom friendly in that it takes a realistic view of the implications and impact of maths anxiety. Realistic and wise. Well done Heidi and Tom."

Dr Steve Chinn, Founder/Director of Maths Explained

"Heidi Kirkland and Thomas Hunt in compiling this book have provided a huge service to everyone concerned with maths anxiety, including teachers, parents, researchers, educationists, and indeed those who suffer from it and want to better understand it. They sensitively discuss, with the benefit of their considerable knowledge and experience, the nature and prevalence of the problem, how it relates to other aspects of maths learning and teaching, and importantly what can be done to improve the situation and reduce anxiety levels. They draw on a comprehensive and rigorous survey of existing research, yet the book remains very readable; quotations sprinkled throughout are especially effective in communicating the reality and variety of people's experiences of maths anxiety and how it has affected their lives. How wonderful it would be if everyone involved in teaching and learning maths could read it and act on it!"

Professor Margaret Brown OBE, Emeritus Professor at King's College London

"This is an accessible, yet thorough exploration of mathematics anxiety that distils the research for busy teachers whilst maintaining criticality. For teachers who are interested in creating inclusive classrooms, promoting positive dispositions towards mathematics and understanding their pupils better in relation to their feelings about this vitally important subject, this is a useful read, with clear practical applications."

Rhiannon Jones, Teach First

Book Information
ISBN 9781032735443
Author Heidi Kirkland
Format Paperback
Page Count 220
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd