Overview

Proof is a key concept in mathematics. The skill of reasoning and communicating a rigorous proof is vital to providing secure mathematical knowledge and demonstrating high achievement. This one day course looks at some of these different topics with strategies for you to use in the classroom to develop the skills of your students. 

Feedback from previous courses:

'Very thought-provoking'

'Great for visual learners!'

'It will improve motivation in topics that some students struggle with.'

Aims

• To share ideas and strategies to enable your students to tackle questions involving proof successfully. 
• To model ways to support your students in developing their reasoning, problem solving, deeper understanding and communication skills.
• To provide support in developing your professional practice and that of departmental colleagues. 

Who will benefit from attending?

Teachers who wish to improve their teaching of GCSE maths and/or the skills of their students.

Content

Proof underpins many aspects of the GCSE curriculum and the skills involved in reasoning and communicating a rigorous proof can be transferred to other subjects.

Effective Teaching in the GCSE classroom considers different aspects of proportion and strategies for embedding understanding within the curriculum with the objective of increasing the number of students that choose to study maths post-16. Delegates will be provided with course materials electronically after attendance on the day.

Cost

Key facts

• Reference:#12108
• Audience:Teachers
• Curriculum focus:11-16 Maths
• Mathematical focus:Reasoning
• Format:Face-to-face
• Duration:1 day(s)
• Region:East of England
• Venue:Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy
  Maidenhall Approach
  Ipswich
  Suffolk
  IP2 8PL
• Start date:27 Jun 2024
• Course times:09:30 - 16:00
• Fee:Free
• TSMA subsidy:£200