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Learning maths outside the classroom 30/03/2020

In this blog Maths Subject Advisor Steven Walker looks at how we can continue to support students in developing their maths skills away from the classroom.
Mathematics – Using legacy A Level questions 04/03/2020

In his latest blog, Steven Walker looks at the OCR A Level Maths legacy 7890 questions and how these could be adapted for use with current students preparing for H240 OCR A (A Level Mathematics). An example set of H240 A Level Formative Assessment Papers can be found on Interchange.
Why three large data sets for the MEI specification? 03/03/2020

In this guest blog, Keith Proffitt, Curriculum Developer for MEI talks about the three data sets for AS/A Level Mathematics B (MEI).
Core Maths Level 3 pre-release materials 25/02/2020

Pre-release material for some of our Level 3 Core Maths qualifications will be available from OCR Interchange from 15 March 2020.
The rationale for the content update in the OCR Level 3 FSMQ - Additional Maths (6993) 24/02/2020

In his latest blog, Steven Walker, OCR's mathematics subject advisor provides an update on the rationale behind how the content for the OCR Level 3 FSMQ Additional Maths (6993) has changed.
Reformed Functional Skills: Withdrawal 19/02/2020

We have taken the decision to withdraw from English and Maths Functional Skills.
Introducing our revised OCR Level 3 FSMQ: Additional Maths (6993) 14/02/2020

Steven Walker walks you through the re-launched the FSMQ: Additional Maths qualification, and in this blog post you’ll discover that a lot has changed since its original launch in 2002.
Working to meet deadlines for submitting non-exam assessment/internally marked units 14/02/2020

Key information to support your planning for submitting internally marked units.
Reflecting on the impact of GQ reform in mathematics 12/02/2020

In his latest blog, Steven Walker looks at the Ofqual report ‘The impact of GCSE reforms on students’ preparedness for A Level Maths and English Literature’ and considers the report’s observations in conjunction with the examiners’ reports feedback from the 2019 A Level Maths assessments.
AS and A Level Further Mathematics A and B (MEI) 10/12/2019

We have updated the specifications and sample assessment materials for AS and A Level Further Mathematics A and B (MEI).