In Part 2 of our discussion with Dr Ems Lord and Liz Woodham from NRICH and Grace Coker from the EEF, we explore how games can facilitate collaborative problem-solving, encourage parental engagement and make homework more enjoyable. A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download. Show notes Taking part in the discussion: Ems Lord, Director of NRICH, University of Cambridge Liz Woodham, Primary Coordinator, NRICH, University of Cambridge Grace Coker, Maths Content Specialist, Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) Julia Thomson, Communications Manager, NCETM. Episode chapters 00:05 - Introduction 00:59 - Exploring the importance of collaboration in maths 03:20 - Introducing maths games: NIM-7 and Got It 05:53 - More game suggestions and utilising classroom resources 07:51 - Encouraging parental involvement in maths practice 10:08 - Solving Together: a homework project for secondary schools 16:58 - Opportunities for new learning through games 17:56 - Top tips for using games in the classroom 19:54 - Conclusion Useful links EEF Improving Mathematics in the Early Years and Key Stage 1 EEF Working with Parents to Support Children’s Learning Making Maths Visual and Tactile by Judy Hornigold (SEN Books, 2016) NRICH games mentioned in podcast: Got It and Nim-7 Number Hive, mentioned by Grace Coker NRICH Secondary parental engagement project: Solving Together NRICH Primary games NRICH Secondary games Explore previous episodes of the NCETM podcast in our archive.