Mathematics in science teaching for Westleigh High School RA210 / E04
Start date
20 Mar 18
Location
Westleigh High School, Westleigh Lane, Leigh WN7 5NL View on Google Map
Summary
There is an increased mathematical demand in science and a greater understanding is necessary to accelerate learning and raise attainment for science GCSE's.
This course explores the typical weaknesses in mathematics that hinder students' ability to understand and solve scientific problems. It will give teachers an increased confidence in teaching the mathematical aspects of secondary science and the skills and strategies to meet these requirements.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- appreciate how weaknesses in understanding mathematics can lead to difficulty in understanding secondary science
- identify pedagogies to address these weaknesses
- understand how mathematics is used to make simple descriptions and predictions in science and how this might be supported by software examples
- access mathematics in science resources for teaching GCSE science
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics in the science classroom | 20 March 2018 | 15:00-17:00 | Westleigh High School |
Notes
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity feeFree |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity feeFree |
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