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Dr Paula Claughton

Paula Claughton

Lecturer in Education

Faculty and Department

  • Faculty of Arts Cultures and Education
  • School of Education

Qualifications

  • BA (University of Leicester)
  • PGCert (University of Hull)
  • PGDip (Sheffield Hallam University)
  • MEd (University of Hull)
  • MA (Edge Hill University)
  • EdD (University of Hull)

Summary

Paula Claughton is a lecturer in primary mathematics at the School of Education. She joined the University in September 2015 and until recently has worked in a dual capacity at the academic institution and at a local primary school. Since 1992, Paula has gained most of her teaching experience in socially deprived, inner-city primary schools. In her current setting, Paula trained as a mathematics specialist delivering training city-wide as an Every Child Counts Lead Trainer, Numicon Affiliate Trainer and NCETM Professional Development Accredited Lead. She is currently involved in sharing practice and pedagogy to state primary schools in the local region.

As a Lecturer in Education, Paula is responsible for teaching primary mathematics on the BA UG and Primary PGCE programmes. Her teaching commitment includes developing pedagogy and practice in primary mathematics as well as providing online tutorials based on primary teaching. In addition to leading workshops, Paula provides ongoing support to students and trainees which includes prompt feedback linked to baseline/exit assessments; optional group tutorials to address mathematical misconceptions; providing access to regularly revised/updated material on the University’s virtual learning environment to support self-directed study; email support to address factors ranging from wellbeing to lesson planning. Paula is also a school experience tutor for students and trainees taking part in both programmes cited. This involves liaising with mentors in local primary schools, observing students/trainees in-situ and providing feedback to develop and enhance practice.

Research interests

Paula's professional and research interests centre on:

representations in primary mathematics

the science of learning

spatial reasoning

outdoor learning

teaching assistants’ sense of belonging

Membership/Fellowship of professional body

FHEA

2021

NCETM Professional Development Accredited Lead

2014

Every Child Counts Lead Trainer

2013

Numicon Affiliate Trainer

2012

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