Developing shared approaches to maths in science and science in maths SL456 / YA02
Summary
We know there's a significant overlap between science and mathematics curricular at key stages 3, 4 and 5 - but how do you pull the two curricular so they work for each other?
This course is perfect for maths and science teachers from the same school to join together. You'll identify common content and discover how the same mathematical topics look different in science to how they appear in mathematics. You'll consider how and when topics are taught in mathematics and explore ways of teaching that develop sufficient mathematical understanding while providing fluency in the skills required for success in science.
Are applications from science regularly used to explore concepts in maths lessons? Are the mathematical techniques that students learn in science developed with understanding? This course will provide answers to these questions and much more.
Who is it for?
Ideal for one mathematics teacher and one science teacher from the same school/college to attend together.
What topics are covered?
This three day course covers:
- working with numbers: rounding, significant figures, standard form
- proportional reasoning: techniques to develop students ability to scale up and scale down applied to units, magnification, compound measures, molar calculations
- exploring equations: considering different methods of solving linear equations and how these methods may be used to improve students' ability rearrange equations
- interpreting graphs 1: bridging the gap between expectations in mathematics and expectations in science
- interpreting graphs 2: understanding what the gradient of a line means in different contexts
- sketching and drawing graphs: developing techniques to improve graphs drawing skills in science
- trigonometry: exploring an approach to teaching trigonometry with understanding applied in a science context
- practicals for the mathematics classroom
- throughout the course you will consider how definitions and notation differ in mathematics and science and develop methods to minimise the barriers which make students applying their mathematical skills in a science context challenging
How will you learn?
High impact, high quality residential CPD at our National STEM Learning Centre in York - delivered by experts - which will transform your teaching practice, and also give you the chance to meet colleagues from across the UK in person. Fantastic on site accommodation and delicious food is included too.
How long is this course?
3 days
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
- understand the similarities and the differences between requirements of the mathematics specification and the requirements of the mathematical content in the science specifications
- develop ideas of what makes good mathematics teaching
- master approaches to teaching mathematical topics common to the mathematics and science curricula
- explore , develop and implement practical, sustainable models for departments working together
- create a joint action plan to be implemented back in school
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Developing shared approaches to maths in science and science in maths | 09 December 2024 | 11:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| 2 Developing shared approaches to maths in science and science in maths | 10 December 2024 | 09:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| 3 Developing shared approaches to maths in science and science in maths | 11 December 2024 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£1,000.00 +VAT |
|---|---|
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£1,120.00 +VAT |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Additional information
For courses at the National STEM Learning Centre in York, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Alternative dates
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD
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