This On Demand Professional Development pod provides targeted support for teachers who will work with students taking STEP papers. It will also be of interest to any teacher wishing to extend their problem-solving skills or enrich their teaching of A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
The course comprises a series of ‘pods’, each covering either a specific method which features in these tests or an overarching concept.
In each pod, there are short videos guiding you through the ideas of the topic, along with practice materials, triggers for reflection and suggestions for further study.
We encourage you to interact and collaborate with others studying the same material via the online forums. An expert tutor monitors the forums and responds to queries. An expert tutor will be monitoring the forums and will respond to queries.
The course offers total flexibility regarding when teachers can access the materials, day or night, over a period of up to one year. You will be able to track your progress within the course and see when you have completed a section or the full pod.
What are the aims of this professional development?
- To introduce teachers to the main aspects of STEP.
- To advise and support teachers who wish to prepare their own students for the tests.
- To provide opportunities to reflect on subject content, resources and teaching ideas and to discuss these with other teachers via the course forums.
Content
Please note: All applicants for Mathematics at Cambridge are now required to take the TMUA as part of a preliminary assessment. This will be used as a part of the means of selection for the interview. Applicants who are given an offer following their interview will be required to sit the STEP 2 and 3 papers as part of their offer.
| Section | Topics | Approximate time to complete |
|---|---|---|
| Overarching themes in STEP | Introduction to STEP, Exam technique, Problem solving, Proof | Up to 4 hours |
| Topics in Pure | Sequences and series, Trigonometry, Curves, Differential equations, Vectors | Up to 5 hours |
| Topics in Further Pure | Number theory, Integration, Hyperbolic functions, Complex numbers, Geometry, Algebra | Up to 6 hours |
| Topics in Applied Maths: Statistics | Probability distributions, Probability | Up to 2 hours |
| Topics in Applied Maths: Mechanics | Circular motion, Collisions, Elasticity, Power, Projectiles, Forces | Up to 6 hours |
The suggested timings are approximate and indicate the minimum time required for a topic to be eligible for a certificate of participation. Each section provides links to additional resources, allowing participants to spend extra time consolidating and reflecting on the content as needed. You may request a certificate without completing all sections.
Cost
On Demand Professional Development is free to teachers in state-funded schools and colleges. Unfortunately, due to funding, we can’t currently accept teachers from other establishments.
What will I need?
An internet connection with the capability to watch video.
Queries?
If you have any queries about this event, please contact us:
Teacher Support Admin Team
teachersupport@mei.org.uk
01225 776776
What is On Demand professional development?
On Demand Professional Development is free to teachers in state-funded schools and colleges. Unfortunately, due to funding, we can’t currently accept teachers from other establishments.