COURSE OVERVIEW
Build confidence in teaching A level Mathematics with our course, designed to strengthen both subject knowledge and classroom practice.
Our Subject Knowledge Live | A Mathematics: Pure Year 2 course is designed for teachers who are new to teaching the Year 2 pure content, as well as those looking to refresh and deepen their understanding. Across a series of interactive sessions, you will explore key topics including algebra, functions, sequences and series, trigonometry and calculus, with content drawn from all major A level Mathematics specifications.
Sessions will model effective approaches to teaching subject knowledge, including the use of technology, while creating opportunities to discuss ideas with tutors and other teachers in a small-group setting. You will leave with greater confidence in mathematics, a stronger understanding of common teaching approaches, and practical ideas to support your classroom practice.
11 online sessions
Each online session 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 two 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 | 16.5 Hours |
| Sessions | 11 |
| Time: | Various |
| Cost | Free to state-funded teachers; £265 otherwise |
There will be two instances of the course per term during the academic year; in the Autumn, Spring and Summer terms.
The next courses starts on Saturday, 19 September and on Wednesday, 23 September
Curriculum: A level Mathematics
Focus: Subject knowledge, Pure
What you will learn
Improve your understanding of key Year 2 pure topics and explore effective ways to teach them with confidence.
Deepen Subject Knowledge
Develop or refresh your understanding of core second-year pure topics, including algebra, functions, sequences and series, trigonometry and calculus.
Explore Effective Teaching Approaches
See subject knowledge teaching modelled by experienced tutors, including the thoughtful use of technology to support understanding.
Share Ideas With Other Teachers
Discuss content, resources and classroom approaches with tutors and fellow participants in a supportive small-group environment.
I have understood topics I was struggling with in greater detail. The pace of working was perfect as it allowed to work through the question myself before working together. It also gave me a lot of resources to consider and use in my own teaching.
Sessions have been detailed with good examples modelled by the session leads. It helped me to feel reassured on how much I do recall.
There was a wide range of content covered and I enjoyed seeing how the maths specialists presented each topic. I’ll be revisiting sessions before I teach each topic to support my own explanations.
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 £265 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 are new to offering the pure element of the second year of the A level Mathematics course and those who are seeking to refresh their approach in this context.
Please note: this is not suitable for those wishing to study the content in order to gain an A level qualification.
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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