Chess with Numbers: Teaching Maths Through Strategy, Not Memorisation
Discover how strategic, game-based maths learning helps students build fluency, confidence, and problem-solving skills—without rote memorisation—and how teachers can easily integrate this approach into daily lessons.
What You'll Learn
- Why strategy-based maths improves understanding more effectively than repetitive practice
- How “Chess with Numbers” builds fluency, speed, and logical thinking
- Practical ways to use short gameplay sessions to reduce maths anxiety
- How game-based learning supports mixed-ability classrooms
- Where Number Hive fits within CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB, and State Board maths teaching
Who Should Attend
Primary & Middle School Maths Teachers (Grades 1–10)
Maths Coordinators & Academic Leaders
After-School & Tuition Centre Educators
Teachers exploring game-based or experiential learning approaches
Meet Your Trainer
Chris Hogbin
Founder & Creator, Number Hive, Mathematics Educator & EdTech Innovator
Chris is a former classroom maths teacher who created Number Hive to help students experience maths as a thinking game rather than a memorisation task. His work focuses on building confidence, fluency, and strategic reasoning through play.
Session Agenda
0:00 - 0:10
Why Memorisation Fails – Rethinking Traditional Maths Practice
0:10 - 0:20
Chess with Numbers – Understanding Strategy-Based Maths Learning
0:20 - 0:30
How Number Hive Works – Gameplay explained through live examples
0:30 - 0:40
Classroom Use Cases – Short daily sessions, group play, and individual practice
0:40 - 0:50
Supporting Fluency, Confidence & Problem-Solving
0:50 - 1:00
Live Q&A – Ask your teaching-related questions
Exclusive Attendee Benefits
Key Takeaways
- A clear understanding of how strategy games support maths learning
- Practical ideas for engaging students in just 10–15 minutes per day
- Insight into reducing maths anxiety without increasing workload
- Examples of how teachers worldwide use Number Hive in classrooms
- Access to a live gameplay demonstration
Jan 27, 2026
6:00 PM IST
1 hour
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