Live events
Sumdog's live events offer valuable insights into the effective use of Sumdog in school and at home. Participants can ask questions to our Sumdog expert during each session.
Back to school training sessions
Sign up to our 5 live Back to School sessions designed to kickstart your journey with Sumdog for the upcoming academic year.
![Get ready for back to school on Sumdog](https://learn.sumdog.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinar%20image%20-%20Back%20to%20school%20ready.jpg?width=1500&height=750&name=Webinar%20image%20-%20Back%20to%20school%20ready.jpg)
Monday 2nd September @ 4pm
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- how to set up classes quickly for the new academic year
- the importance of resetting Sumdog's diagnostic regularly throughout the year
- how to relaunch Sumdog with your pupils
- next steps to get the most out of your subscription
![Pre and post-testing on Sumdog](https://learn.sumdog.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinar%20image%20-%20Pre%20and%20post-testing%20on%20Sumdog.jpg?width=1500&height=750&name=Webinar%20image%20-%20Pre%20and%20post-testing%20on%20Sumdog.jpg)
Tuesday 3rd September @ 4pm
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- using the ready-made assessments as pre-tests to identify any gaps in knowledge and inform teaching practices
- repeating assessments to show progress
![Sumdog maths practice webinar](https://learn.sumdog.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinar%20image%20-%20Practice%20makes%20perfect.jpg?width=1500&height=750&name=Webinar%20image%20-%20Practice%20makes%20perfect.jpg)
Wednesday 4th September @ 4pm
Explore ways Sumdog Maths can be integrated into learning
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- setting up games-based practice that can be completed at home or in school
- ways to boost maths fluency using Sumdog's teacher tools
![Brush up on your Sumdog knowledge](https://learn.sumdog.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinar%20image%20-%20Brush%20up%20on%20your%20Sumdog%20knowledge.jpg?width=1500&height=750&name=Webinar%20image%20-%20Brush%20up%20on%20your%20Sumdog%20knowledge.jpg)
Monday 9th September @ 4pm
Take a deep dive into the latest Sumdog developments - an insightful journey through recent updates and introductions.
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- the newest features and enhancements in the last 6 months
- how teachers use Sumdog in their classrooms
![Sumdog spelling practice webinar](https://learn.sumdog.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinar%20image%20-%20Ready%20steady%20spell.jpg?width=1500&height=750&name=Webinar%20image%20-%20Ready%20steady%20spell.jpg)
Tuesday 10th September @ 4pm
Ways to use Sumdog for spelling practice.
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- how the Sumdog Spelling curriculum has been structured
- ways Sumdog Spelling can be integrated into learning and teaching
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On-demand videos
Missed our live webinars? Watch the recordings to better understand how to maximise your Sumdog subscription both in and out of the classroom.
Empowering Parents: Maths Learning at Home
Transform your maths lessons with our targeted maths practice
- setting up targeted maths learning for completion in class or at home
- using the newly revised reports to identify individuals or groups who need support
- top tips on using Sumdog at the end of the academic year
Boasting times tables fluency with games-based practice on Sumdog
- using our heatmap and reporting tools to pinpoint tables that require additional practice
- creating tailored times tables practice for individuals, groups, or the entire class
- exploring Sumdog's new game question format where pupils can directly input answers
Identifying and addressing gaps
21 minutes
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- using Sumdog’s data and reports to identify gaps
- how to use Sumdog maths tools to address gaps or areas that need further practice
Using our informal tests to assess your pupils
19 minutes
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- using Sumdog's pre and post-tests to measure progress and support planning
- how to use Sumdog's assessment tool to create check-ups to adjust the learning and inform next steps
Sumdog Maths and Spelling: An overview
21 minutes
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
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setting maths and spelling practice for in class or at home to reflect what you are currently teaching
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ways to use Sumdog’s tools to set revision work for maths or spelling
Engaging pupils in maths
17 minutes
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- how to use Sumdog’s rewards to motivate pupils
- how Sumdog has built-in ways to encourage the little and often maths or spelling practice
Sumdog's alignment to White Rose Maths
14 minutes
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- how to use Sumdog’s alignment to White Rose Maths to set games-based practice
- using Sumdog's White Rose Maths ready-made assessments for pre and post-topic tests
Back to school ready
26 minutes
By the end of the session you will have a clear understanding of:
- how to quickly get started back on Sumdog after the holidays with class management
- using Sumdog to get the children excited for the new academic year