Introduction to Surds (Simplifying Surds) - Maths GCSE PowerPoint & ActivInspire Lesson

Maths GCSE lesson on simplifying surds.

Lesson structure includes examples, MWBs, two tasks and a challenge task.

Please note this is number one of four lesson on surds:

1. Simplifying Surds
2. Adding and Subtracting numbers in surd form
3. Expanding double brackets with surd expressions
4. Rationalising the denominator

The other three lessons are available under my products.

PowerPoint and ActivInspire formats included.

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Lesson benefits include:
Engage a love of learning by discussion of how standard form applies in real life
Set high expectations of presentation with starter slide
Examples clearly written out; can be used as a resource for students who were absent
Mini White Board section to check for understanding - change to a “mini quiz” if no white boards available in classroom
Lessons are scaffolded to reach all learners; gradually increase in difficulty
Solutions for every question
Lesson slides kept simple to prevent cognitive overload
All lessons designed by GCSE/A-Level maths teacher with a degree in mathematics