This resource develops the concept of what the different algebraic forms of a quadratic function reveal about the properties of its graphical representation. Particular attention is paid to:

• How the factored form of the function can identify a graph’s roots.
• How the completed square form of...

This lesson develops the concept of using diagrammatic representations of calculations. Attention is paid to order of operations, along with the distributive and commutative properties.

An introductory activity considers areas of rectangles in relation to calculations, what is often termed ‘the grid method...

This lesson develops the concept of using trigonometry to model a real-world situation. In particular students will:

• Model a periodic situation, the hight of a person on a Ferris wheel using trigonometric functions
• Interpret the constants a, b, c in the formula h = a + b cos ct in terms of the...

This problem solving resource is intended to help students with recognizing and using proportional relationships, including through the use of graphs

Students are given information about a road race. They are presented with a map and information about the speeds of two runners. The race consists of four laps...

Aimed at primary level, this resource looks at parts of a flower and the role they play in reproduction. A range of activities are provided which build on their understanding of the parts of a plant. These include: a dissection of a flower to see its parts – the sepals, petals, stamens and stigma, style and ovary,...

Aimed at primary level, this resource looks at pollination, fertilisation, fruit formation and seed dispersal. It includes activities in which children observe the different types of fruits and their means of dispersal and develop an understanding of their importance in...

This voiced presentation video gives an overview of the STEM Ambassador Programme along with details about how organisations who support young people’s education can request STEM Ambassadors to support the work they do.

The materials in this resource are from the Secondary National Strategy ‘Progressing to Level 6 and beyond in science’ project. They were intended for science teachers who are focusing on helping their students in developing skills in researching scientific issues....

The Researching Effective CPD in Mathematics Education (RECME) project was set up under the umbrella of the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM) in England, who provide these resources.

The project's aim was to provide advice, guidance and recommendations to be used by NCETM...

This engineering resource, produced by Mathematics in Education and Industry (MEI) for the Royal Academy of Engineering, asks the question: how can production outcome data from a manufacturing process be analysed to optimise the process? Students consider the outputs of resistors to see the outcomes form a normal...

This animation allows students to view the processes of photosynthesis and respiration. In particular, it tackles the common misconception among students that respiration in plants does not take place at the same time as photosynthesis...

A Year 10 module from the Salters’ double award science course. Restless Earth was designed as a short module of four to six lessons. The module begins with stories about earthquakes. This is followed by practical work with rock puzzles to see how information is...

This starter activity can be used as an introduction to reverse engineering. Using the presentation Earphones and Headphones, students are asked to identify the product and its function. They consider the following questions:

Commissioned by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority, this Oxford University Centre for Educational Assessment review of teacher assessment in 2009 looked at teacher assessment in practice in a number of countries to see what works best and to consider the implications for Assessing Pupils’ Progress (APP...

This teachers' guide from the Nuffield Foundation was written to accompany Study Guide I and the related Practical Guides 1-4. Each chapter begins with a review of aims and contents. Following this, the first part of the chapter sets out the assumptions and principles...