Teaching mathematics GCSE content with understanding MY207 / A18
Summary
Explore the content of the mathematics GCSE and gain an understanding of the importance of mathematical reasoning and problem solving.
Develop problem solving skills and resilience in the context of hard to teach GCSE topics. Topics covered include trigonometry, linear graphs, proportional reasoning, standard form and powers, frequency trees, Venn diagrams, equations of circles, turning points, iterative processes, quadratic sequences, vectors and proof.
“I feel more able and confident to teach a number of topics (specifically those covered by the course) in a manner that would enable my learners to gain a greater understanding of the topics and therefore apply that understanding to problem solving.” Past participant
This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Outcomes
You will be able to:
- develop a deeper understanding of the requirements of the mathematics GCSE
- consider approaches to teaching some of the 'hard to teach' topics at GCSE level
- complete a gap task giving the opportunity to put theory into practice
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching mathematics GCSE content with understanding - Day 1 | 13 June 2019 | 09:30-19:00 | National STEM Centre |
| Teaching mathematics GCSE content with understanding - Day 2 | 14 June 2019 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Centre |
| Teaching mathematics GCSE content with understanding - Day 3 | 07 October 2019 | 09:30-19:00 | National STEM Centre |
| Teaching mathematics GCSE content with understanding - Day 4 | 08 October 2019 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Centre |
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