Mathematics in Education and Industry Teaching GCSE Mathematics Professional development for teachers of KS3/4 Mathematics Hosted by Tendring Technology College, Frinton-on-Sea, Essex Starting October 2014 Course aims: Develop an understanding of Big Ideas in mathematics. Appreciate Principles of Effective Pedagogy in mathematics teaching. Gain a Toolbox of Strategies for applying these principles in the classroom. Gain a deep understanding of the content of KS4 mathematics up to, and including, Higher tier GCSE. “Practical tasks have been excellent.” A year-long course focusing on mathematics subject knowledge and classroom practice to enable the effective teaching of GCSE mathematics. The course includes: Five course days spread across the academic year where participants work together on aspects of mathematics. Regular live online sessions with an expert tutor giving inspirational ideas for teaching mathematics and improving the mathematical thinking skills of students. Two years’ access to teaching and learning resources specifically created to support participants in their classrooms. Course dates: Day 1: Thursday 16th October 2014 Day 3: Friday 23rd January 2015 Day 4: Thursday 9th July 2015 Day 2: Friday 17th October 2014 Day 5: Friday 10th July 2015 Course fees for 2014/15 are £500. To request a booking form email Teresa Mackinnon: tmackinnon@tendringtechnologycollege.org For further details email Ali Johns, SLE Mathematics: ajohns@tendringtechnologycollege.org Phone: 01255 672116 MEI is a registered charity, number 1058911