COURSE OVERVIEW
Develop your confidence in teaching Higher GCSE Mathematics through expert-led professional development that combines subject knowledge with classroom practice.
Higher Tier GCSE Topics Through Mathematical Thinking is designed for teachers new to teaching Higher GCSE content, as well as those looking to refresh and strengthen their approach. The course supports you in deepening subject knowledge, making connections across key topics and developing approaches that promote reasoning and problem solving.
You will explore Higher GCSE topics through mathematical thinking, considering how ideas connect across the curriculum and how teaching can support deeper understanding. The course also offers practical classroom strategies, opportunities to reflect on effective pedagogy, and ideas for using technology to enhance teaching and learning.
8 online sessions
The eight online sessions will last 90 minutes and be held via the Big Blue Button (BBB), which will be accessible via MEI’s learning platform, Integral.
You will also have one year of access to course-specific resources online via MEI’s learning platform, Integral.
There will be three instances of the course per term during the academic year; in the Autumn, Spring and Summer terms. Please view or download the study schedule for specific dates.
Please ensure you are able to attend at least 75% of your chosen scheduled sessions before applying.
Summary
| Format | Online |
| Audience | Teachers |
| Duration | 12 Hours |
| Sessions | 8 |
| Time: | Various |
| Cost | Free to state-funded teachers; £215 otherwise |
There will be three instances of the course per term during the academic year; in the Autumn, Spring and Summer terms.
The next courses start on Monday, 14 September, Saturday, 19 September, and Tuesday, 6 October
Curriculum: Higher Tier GCSE Mathematics
Focus: Problem solving, Reasoning, Use of technology
What you will learn
Develop your teaching of Higher GCSE Mathematics by strengthening subject knowledge, reasoning and classroom practice.
Deepen Your Understanding
Explore key Higher GCSE content in greater depth, making connections across topics and strengthening understanding of the mathematics that underpins them.
Support Reasoning And Problem Solving
Develop approaches that help students explain their thinking, justify methods and engage more confidently with problem-solving in Higher GCSE Mathematics.
Strengthen Classroom Practice
Reflect on effective teaching approaches, explore useful resources and consider how technology can support learning and progression in Higher GCSE Mathematics.
During the sessions, high-level thinking activities were shown that encouraged us to think deeply about core algebraic ideas. There was a strong focus on how to ask effective questions and how students may think about algebra, including common misconceptions.
The explanations were clear and well structured, making the mathematics accessible and easy to follow. The strategies shared were practical and directly relevant to teaching.
I now feel better equipped to help students develop deeper mathematical reasoning, and a stronger understanding of logical argument.
Study Schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
Your common questions and concerns answered
The DfE provides funding so that places on this course are free to teachers from state-funded schools and colleges in England. For those who do not meet this criterion, the course fee of £215 will apply.
Priority will be given to teachers in state-funded schools and colleges in England. Where we have spare capacity, we extend our support to other teachers and operate a waiting list.
Teachers who wish to improve their teaching of GCSE maths and those hoping to raise student aspirations to study maths beyond GCSE. It is most appropriate for teachers of Higher-tier GCSE students.
Yes. Trainee teachers are eligible to join all Subject Knowledge Live courses, however the standard course fee will apply. If you have secured a role in a state-funded school or college in England, or are currently undertaking a placement in one, and the school is willing to be named on your application, you will be eligible to attend free of charge.
This course covers a selection of the topics from each of the major specifications, but should not be considered comprehensive.
This course will take a peer-to-peer approach: we will be delivering subject knowledge whilst modelling recommended pedagogies. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on the practices demonstrated as well as their own teaching approaches to the content. If you require even greater focus on pedagogy, we recommend our extended professional development programmes.
This course runs each term, with a range of course days and times available throughout the academic year to support busy teaching schedules. If the current course dates are not suitable, please check back for future listings or stay informed about upcoming course dates.
If this course is not quite what you are looking for, you may like to consider:
When a course is open for applications, please click the Application button on this page to apply. You will need to create a myMEI account if you don’t already have one. You will need to select the event you wish to attend from the registration form.
As part of the AMSP, you can also register for free resources via MEI’s Integral learning platform.
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