Numeracy at KS2 and 3: implications of research is the theme of a Smile Mathematics event in London W11, October 2, 2.30-5pm. Mike Askew, Kings College London, will present findings from the five-year Leverhulme research project and the implications will be discussed. Fee: pound;25 plus VAT. SMILE Mathematics, 108a Lancaster Road, London W11 1QS Tel: 020 7598 4841
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The London Mathematical Society’s Holgate lecture series 20023 is suitable for students aged 15-18. Topics include maths and macrophages: weapons for fighting cancer; and The Gambler’s Tale - randomness, chaos and order. No fee but organisers are required to reimburse lecturers’ expenses. Frances Spoor, LMS, De Morgan House, 57-58 Russell Square, London WC1B 4HS Tel: 020 7637 3686 Email: spoor@lms.ac.uk; www.lms.ac.ukactivitieseducation_com holgate_general.html
