A Level Maths: Trigonometry, not just for triangles – part 2 12/05/2021 In this second blog, Steven continues the discussion on trigonometry, looking at the use of dynamic geometry to understand the algebra, reviews comments from examiners about common mistakes and misconceptions, and suggests sources of support for students.
Unhelpful thinking and recognising negative thoughts 07/05/2021 In this blog for Mental Health Week, subject advisor Sarah Ash looks at how we can recognise negative thoughts and unhelpful thinking patterns and start to change them.
Six ways to use ExamBuilder to create sociology assessments 05/05/2021 In this blog Tshepi Mpunzi, our Digital Services Manager, summarises the six top tricks and tips for using ExamBuilder for Sociology A Level.
A Level Maths: Trigonometry, not just for triangles – part 1 27/04/2021 In this first of two blogs, Steven looks at how the topic of trigonometry progresses from GCSE to AS and on to A Level. He reviews the comments from examiners about common mistakes and misconceptions, and suggests sources of support for students.
Natural history … it's all around you! 21/04/2021 Jo Harris, director of the Field Studies Council, looks at ways teachers can help students get out and observe the natural history around them, including four activities that teachers and students can try in the next few months.
An update from the Schools History Project 29/03/2021 The Schools History Project is OCR’s partner for the GCSE History B specification. In a special guest blog, Matt Stanford, Director of the SHP, talks about recent work and the role of the Regional Advisers.
Psychology A Level – nine tips from the mock marking workshop 04/03/2021 In this guest blog, Deb Gajic, a former Head of Psychology and an examiner, summarises the key points from our recent mock marking workshop.
GCSE (9-1) Maths - resources to assist tier entry decision making 23/02/2021 How can you build confidence into your GCSE (9-1) Maths tier entry decision-making? Ruth Wroe highlights some helpful resources that teachers can use to gather data on student performance to help with entry decisions.
Teaching psychology from home or face to face 22/02/2021 In her updated blog, Lucy Carey, subject advisor for psychology, looks at how you can support students in developing their A Level Psychology skills away from the classroom.
Resources to support the progress of physics students 22/02/2021 Ensuring a smooth progression for physics students through the key stages and on to higher education has many challenges. Physics subject advisor John Dewis discusses some resources that may help for your GCSE and A Level students.