Subject Knowledge Enhancement Course in Mathematics
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University of Warwick Summer 2010 (19-23 July and 23-27 August)The subject knowledge enhancement course in Mathematics is designed to enable mathematically qualified participants whose subject knowledge is rusty to familiarise themselves with current school Mathematics, including at A level. To be eligible to apply for a TDA-funded (£565 bursary) 10 day mathematics subject knowledge enhancement course at Warwick, you must have accepted, and hold, a firm offer of a place on a secondary mathematics PGCE or employment-based ITT course at a recognised UK teacher training provider. Our aim is to provide you with an intensive programme of study underpinning school and college work, pre- and post–16. You will be taught the principles of Mathematics along with a study of Mathematics with ICT. The course is arranged into two 5-day blocks in July and August at our host school in Coventry. All sessions will take place in our partner institution, Coundon Court School and Community College. It is a large, 11-18, comprehensive school serving the North West of Coventry. The school is a specialist technology college, a leading edge school and a training school. The mathematics department has worked hard to promote Mathematics post-16 and now has approximately 50 students each year who choose to study AS-level Mathematics and around 15 students taking AS-level Further Mathematics in Year 12. The majority of these go on to complete the full A-level. In the academic year 2009-2010, the faculty offered AS Statistics to support the work of other faculty areas. Students in both Key Stages 4 and 5 benefit from the strong links that the school has developed with the Further Mathematics Centre based at the University of Warwick. If your application is successful, your fees will be paid by the Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA). If you are travelling from outside the region, however, you will need to find your own accommodation and living expenses. It is recommended by last years's participants that you stay locally. Refreshments during the teaching day will be provided.
You can apply for the Warwick Mathematics Subject Knowledge Enhancement course through submission of the following documents to the Institute of Education’s Academic Course Support Office (Institute of Education, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, wie.course.support@warwick.ac.uk): · a copy of your ITT offer; · a copy of your original GTTR form for biographical details; · a covering letter explaining (in approximately 250 words) why you believe this course would be suitable for you. Your application will be judged on your ability to take advantage of the course (that is both your interest in Mathematics and your general Mathematics background). There are limited (10) places on the course and allocation will be on a first come, first served basis, with an application deadline of 29 May, 2009. Remember, you must already hold an offer of an ITT place in Secondary Mathematics for September 2009. You do not have to complete your ITT course at Warwick; the course is open to those holding confirmed places at any recognised UK teacher training provider. We believe you will have a fascinating and rewarding time with us. Dr Peter Johnston-Wilder (Associate Professor, Mathematics Education) PGCE Mathematics Subject Coordinator. Email : peter.johnston-wilder@warwick.ac.uk PROVISIONAL COURSE DETAILS Mon 19 July 2010 - Fri 23 July 2010 Day 1: Induction Days 2 - 5: National Curriculum Mathematics and AS Core Mon 23 Aug 2010 - Fri 27 Aug 2010 Day 6 - 9: Advanced Level Mathematics and options Day 10: Plenary session to cover School and University comparisons All Classes 09.30 - 12.30, 13.30 - 16.30 Staff: Dr Peter Johnston-Wilder and Mrs Sue Johnston-Wilder (University of Warwick) working with local teachers of mathematics FOR MORE INFORMATION AND AN APPLICATION FORM PLEASE EMAIL US: wie.course.support@warwick.ac.uk
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The programme of study will cover AS and A2 Mathematics topics in week 1, with more advanced Mathematics from the optional modules explored in week 2. Mathematics will be illustrated by working with ICT and consolidated through group discussion. The course will encourage collaborative work and will supply some additional, directed study. If at all possible you are advised to bring a laptop. Maths-specific software will be supplied.
