Mathematical
Opportunities
Problem Solving Workshop
The problem solving workshop is an
interactive, hands-on session designed to
develop the skills associated with tackling
open-ended
mathematics
problems.
Participants will work both individually and in
teams to solve some classic problems, but
there will also be a focus on newer photobased problems.
Duration: 2 hours
Cost:
£600
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
Staff CPD
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This workshop can be tailored to any key
stage from 2 to 5 or for teaching staff and the
sessions can be delivered in school or at the
University of Warwick.
Duration: full day
Cost:
£750
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
Staff CPD
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Maths @ the Theme Park
This is an exciting day of mathematics activities based
around the rides and facilities at the theme park.
Teams compete against each other to get the most
correct answers and there is, of course, time to enjoy
the rides as well!
This activity can take place either at Drayton Manor or
Alton Towers and is designed to give students an
opportunity to utilise
e their maths skills in a real context.
The difficulty of the activities can be tailored for a
variety of ability ranges and the A-level
A
material
covers many of the modules from both Mathematics
and Further Mathematics.
NB – this cost does not cover transport
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or entry to the
theme park. The cost quoted is based on 60 students.
Mathematics and Magic
Interactive Lecture
This interactive lecture is suitable for
audiences of up to 150 students. A range of
magic tricks are demonstrated (with some
audience participation) and then the maths
behind the magic is revealed. The students
will learn about some statistics and
psychology as well as discover the link
between maths, beauty, magic and the
National Lottery. Any teachers observing the
lecture may find some useful starter activities
here...
Duration: 2 hours
Cost:
£600
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
Staff CPD
Duration: 1 hour
Cost:
£300
Key Stage 5
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Staff CPD
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Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Mathematics and Magic
Hands-on
on Workshop
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depend on mathematical principles to work and will
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have the opportunity to make their own resources and
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to practice their skills. Card sequencing will be looked
at in detail as will the use of the Fibonacci Numbers in
creating magical illusions.
The ability to read body language combined with the
power of probability will be considered, and by the
end of this workshop, the students should be able to
perform some of their newly-learned
learned tricks to impress
their friends and family.
NB – all necessary resources will be supplied and the
number of participants is limited to 40.
Remote Learning for Parents
This is an exciting opportunity for schools to help
parents to support their children with mathematics.
Five 1-hour sessions will be delivered during the
evening directly to parents’ homes via the internet
and the exact content of the course will be agreed
in advance.
These sessions can be delivered in a semiinteractive format to as many as 100 parents
simultaneously.
Alternatively, fully-interactive
sessions can be delivered to as many as 12 parents
simultaneously using graphics tablets and headsets.
Duration: 5x1hour
Cost:
£500
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
Staff CPD
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NB – graphics tablets and headsets will be provided
as appropriate.
Duration: 2 hours
Cost:
£600
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
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Maths Trails Workshop
In
n this workshop, students will work in teams to
create maths trails based around their own
school environment. These trails will be printed
and laminated to be used as a resource for other
students.
The workshop can be tailored to focus on
specific areas of mathematics, but previous trails
have included fractions, shape, measures,
number and proof.
NB – the use of digital cameras and production of
the maths trails are included within the price. The
number of participants is limited to 30.
STEP Preparation Course
From January to June, we offer a weekly STEP
preparation course, which is held at the University
of Warwick. Each session is 2 hours in duration and
they are designed both to prepare students to sit
the exams and to give teachers knowledge of the
required mathematics. The sessions normally take
place on Wednesday afternoon from 4pm to 6pm.
Duration: 15 x 2hours
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Cost:
£150
Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
Staff CPD
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The sessions are interactive and involve participants
working on questions from past papers from STEP I,
STEP II and STEP III as appropriate. Dealing with key
concepts, such as dividing by zero, are also
covered.
NB – the cost above is the total cost per
student/teacher.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Cost:
£400
Key Stage 5
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Key Stage 2
Key Stage 3
Key Stage 4
Maths CPD Sessions
We are able to offer a range of CPD sessions for
staff covering a variety of aspects of the
mathematics curriculum
iculum and beyond. Below is a
sample of the sessions we offer, but please
contact us if you have specific requirements.
Maths and Google Earth
Preparing for STEP and AEA
Outdoor Maths Lessons
Maths and Video (TV and Films)
Solving the Rubix Cube
Cryptography in Action
NB – these sessions can take place either before
or during school hours for up to 30 teachers.
teachers
Further Information / Contact Details
Dr. Adam Boddison
Area Co-ordinator (West Midlands)
Further Mathematics Support Programme
Maths Institute
University of Warwick
COVENTRY
CV4 7AL
Tel:
024 765 28326
Fax: 024 765 24182
Email: a.d.boddison@warwick.ac.uk