教師專業進修課程證書（教導有學習困難的學生學習數學）(待批准)

On successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

• explain the opportunities and challenges of teaching mathematics to students with learning difficulties (including those with special educational needs) in relation to curriculum demands, pedagogical approaches, and positive values;
• identify important intermediate learning stages in progressive learning trajectories for key mathematical concepts, applying these stages to bridge learning gaps and support students’ understanding and progress;
• design effective, differentiated mathematics learning tasks that are tailored to the specific needs and abilities of diverse learners, incorporating appropriate scaffolding and curricular adaptations aligned with individual learning goals; and
• integrate technology-enhanced and multi-sensory approaches into mathematics teaching to create engaging and supportive learning environments, taking into account the developmental needs and learning profiles of students.

The programme comprises the following core course of 3 credit points:

Teaching Mathematics to Students with Learning Difficulties

This course aims to equip participants with the essential skills and strategies to support students with learning difficulties, including those with special education needs (SEN), in learning mathematics. Focusing on the four strands of the mathematics curriculum—Number, Measures, Shape and Space, and Data Handling—participants will explore effective teaching methods, progressive learning trajectories, and multi-sensory approaches to make abstract mathematical concepts more accessible. The course highlights strategies to address common challenges in mathematics learning, design engaging and meaningful activities, and foster positive mathematical attitudes among students. Through the integration of educational technologies and inclusive classroom practices, participants will learn to create mathematics learning environments that are both meaningful and responsive to the diverse needs of students. Additionally, participants will apply their learning in real classrooms, observe students' progress, and reflect on the effectiveness of their teaching to enhance student outcomes.

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction is mainly Chinese (Cantonese) and will be supplemented by English where appropriate.

Entrance Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants should be:

•  in-service primary or special school Mathematics teacher (applicants who are not currently teaching Mathematics but have relevant teaching experience will also be considered); and
•    recommended by school principals.

To be awarded a Certificate of Completion, participants must obtain a pass in all assessment tasks required and successfully fulfill the attendance requirements as stipulated by the programme.

This Government-funded programme is supported by the Education Bureau (EDB). Schools which release teachers to take this programme are eligible for appointing supply teachers, if deemed necessary. Government and aided schools shall contact the EDB for detailed arrangements. Private and DSS schools shall make their own arrangements for the employment of supply teachers.

Participants who complete our PDPs are eligible to apply for credit transfer if they enroll in our postgraduate programmes. Their applications will be considered on an individual basis.

Remarks: Each school can recommend more than one teacher.