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Top tips for teaching Core Maths

This video contains advice from teachers and trainers on successful strategies for the teaching of Core Maths.

Teaching tips include:

  • Experiment- don't be discouraged if things go wrong.
  • Include real world problems to help students engage with their mathematics.
  • Make sure your teaching is different to GCSE, and relevant to the real world.
  • Teach through activities, make learning Core Maths a collaborative process.
  • Include open ended, thought provoking and challenging activities.

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