Covering all core areas - from the role of ICT in teaching and learning mathematics through to mental calculation - this book provides high quality resources and support for teaching assistants working towards Higher Level Teaching Assistant status. It also gives complete course coverage for those undertaking the Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning. Containing cross references to the National Curriculum, National Numeracy Strategy and HLTA Standards, the text includes practical tasks to help trainees understand the key points in each chapter.