Debates in Mathematics Education


Book Description

Debates in Mathematics Education explores the major issues that mathematics teachers encounter in their daily lives. It engages with established and contemporary debates, promotes and supports critical reflection and aims to stimulate both novice and experienced teachers to reach informed judgements and argue their point of view with deeper theoretical knowledge and understanding. Written by experts in the field of mathematics education, it investigates and offers fresh insight into topics of central importance, including: Gender, social inequality and mathematics Mathematics, politics and climate change The history and culture of mathematics Using popular culture in the mathematics classroom The concept of ‘ability’ and its impact on learning What we mean by ‘teaching for understanding’ Choosing and using examples in teaching The fitness of formal examinations. Designed to stimulate discussion and support you in your own research, writing and practice, Debates in Mathematics Education will be a valuable resource for any student or practising teacher engaged in initial teacher training, continuing professional development or Masters level study. It also has much to offer to those leading initial teacher education programmes, and to beginning doctoral students looking for a survey of the field of mathematics education research.




Revise Mathematics to Further Level GCSE


Book Description

This book has been specifically updated for Key Stage 4 GCSE and is written by the bestselling mathematics revision guide authors whose previous GCSE revision guide sold in excess of 3/4 million copies. It meets the needs of the estimated 500,000-plus examination candidates who sit the GCSE examination in 1993/4 and onwards. Revise Mathematics is designed and tested to bring your customers success in GCSE Key Stage 4: - The Mathematics revision guide that teachers will recommend - How to achieve the best level 'Intermediate' or 'Higher' examinations - Full revision text with fully worked and explained answers - New-specimen questions organized in Attainment Targets with checked answers to monitor progress - Plenty of exam practice with real past papers - Good study and revision tips and help with examination strategy - From the publishers you can trust - Macmillan Revise Mathematics covers each of the new GCSE attainment targets in turn: Number, Algebra, Shape and Size, and Handling Data. Model questions with fully checked solutions provided by the Examination Boards for 1994, are included along with extensive exam-type revision questions. Revise Mathematics has been prepared for use by candidates working for 'intermediate' or 'higher' grade results in the examination.




Developing Numeracy in Further Education


Book Description

This book presents examples of numeracy applications developed in a wide range of courses in a Further Education college in Wales. The numeracy case studies are not limited to simple arithmetic and tasks involving shape and space, but include more advanced topics such as: statistical analysis, mathematical modelling, calculus and design of algorithms. A broad definition of numeracy is adopted by the authors, in line with the range of numeracy skills expected and valued by employers. In addition to a knowledge of mathematical techniques, numeracy is considered to include: problem solving, especially in the design of solutions to non-routine tasks; communication of mathematical results in formats which are suitable for the intended audience and facilitate decision making; an ability to use computer technology to collect and process data; and a familiarity with number which allows appropriate levels of accuracy to be chosen, estimates made and errors detected.




WJEC GCSE Geography


Book Description

Help your students develop enquiring minds as they learn the geographical knowledge and skills they need through the enquiries of the new OCR B specification which include and up-to-date case studies, a wide range of activities and exam-style questions developed to support and stretch students of all abilities. - Supports students of all abilities through differentiated activities including scaffolded questions and extension questions. - Highlights opportunities for fieldwork throughout the book, and includes guidance on carrying out fieldwork. - Develops students' geographical skills including activities and clear explanations of how to use mathematical and statistical skills. - Helps students gain confidence for the exam with a variety of exam-style practice questions at different levels, with tips on how to approach them.




Becoming a Successful Teacher of Mathematics


Book Description

Becoming a Successful Teacher of Maths is a practical guide for newly qualified teachers of secondary mathematics. It develops the essential core knowledge, skills and understanding demanded by the new DfEE requirements for courses of initial teacher training. It is based on research findings relating to the organisation and management of maths classrooms, teaching approaches, assessment and the common misconceptions which often hinder pupils' progress in key areas of the National Curriculum. Theoretical principles are exemplified through case-study material. Suggestions for school-based activities are made. While being a practical 'how to' guide for beginning teachers, it also offers critical insights for more experienced teachers reflecting on their practice.




My Revision Notes WJEC GCSE History


Book Description

My Revision Notes: WJEC GCSE History is designed to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the WJEC History GCSE and thoroughly prepare students for their exams. It covers the four topics of Germany 1929-1947, USA 1910-1929, USA 1929-2000 and Russia 1914-1924. It includes: - preparation for the examination including revision techniques - a summary of the key course content, including key terms and key issues - examiner tips on how to tackle the exam questions - revision tasks and exam practice throughout each topic.




WJEC Eduqas GCSE History: Germany in transition, 1919-39


Book Description

Bring out the best in every student, enabling them to develop in-depth subject knowledge and historical skills with the market-leading series for WJEC Eduqas, fully updated for 2016 to help you navigate the new content and assessment requirements with ease. - Maps the content against the key questions in the 2016 specification, with thorough and reliable course coverage written by a team of experienced authors, teachers and examiners - Motivates students to increase their subject knowledge by following a clear, detailed narrative that leads learners topic by topic through the important issues, events and concepts - Progressively builds historical understanding and skills as students work through a range of engaging classroom activities with structured support at every stage - Boosts students' confidence approaching assessment, providing numerous opportunities to practise different types of exam-style questions - Captures learners' interest by offering a rich variety of source material that brings historical periods to life, enhancing understanding and enjoyment throughout the course




WJEC GCSE History: The Elizabethan Age 1558–1603 and Depression, War and Recovery 1930–1951


Book Description

Endorsed by WJEC Confidently tackle curriculum change with the market-leading series for WJEC GCSE History; relaunched to cover the new content and assessment requirements, this book helps every student develop the in-depth knowledge and historical skills they need to achieve their best. - Guides you through the key questions and content in the 2017 specification, with thorough and reliable course coverage from a team of expert examiners, teachers and authors - Builds understanding of Welsh, British and wider-world history through a clear, detailed narrative that is accessible to all learners - Enables students to practise and improve their enquiry, analytical and evaluative skills as they progress through carefully-designed activities in each chapter - Enhances subject knowledge and interest by including a range of stimulating source materials for discussion and reflection - Prepares students for assessment with practice questions, sample responses and step-by-step guidance on approaching questions




WJEC Eduqas GCSE History: The Elizabethan Age, 1558-1603


Book Description

Bring out the best in every student, enabling them to develop in-depth subject knowledge and historical skills with the market-leading series for WJEC Eduqas, fully updated for 2016 to help you navigate the new content and assessment requirements with ease. - Maps the content against the key questions in the 2016 specification, with thorough and reliable course coverage written by a team of experienced authors, teachers and examiners - Motivates students to increase their subject knowledge by following a clear, detailed narrative that leads learners topic by topic through the important issues, events and concepts - Progressively builds historical understanding and skills as students work through a range of engaging classroom activities with structured support at every stage - Boosts students' confidence approaching assessment, providing numerous opportunities to practise different types of exam-style questions - Captures learners' interest by offering a rich variety of source material that brings historical periods to life, enhancing understanding and enjoyment throughout the course




WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Media Studies


Book Description

Designed to accompany the WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Media Studies Student Book, this practical and concise Revision Guide supports students preparing for their WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Media Studies assessment. / Written by an experienced Media Studies teacher and examiner and presented in a clear and straightforward way making it accessible and easy to use. / Key information from the theoretical framework underpinning media studies is reinforced and applied to a range of media forms and products through features including `Checklists', `Quickfire revision' questions and tasks and `Have a go' activities. / Simple, colourful presentation along with plenty of activities will engage students and help keep them motivated throughout their revision. / Exam focus sections offer a breakdown of exam papers and assessment objectives helping students refine the skills they need for assessment.