Mathematics in science teaching - Nottinghamshire SLP delegates RK210 / D01
Start date
25 Nov 19
Location
Eckington School, Dronfield Road, Eckington, Sheffield S21 4GN 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 | 25 November 2019 | 09:00-16:00 | Eckington School |
Actions
Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£175.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£350.00 +VAT |
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
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