Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Mathematics GCSE (for deaf people)

This course is ideal if you have basic maths skills but want to study maths more systematically. The qualification can help you to improve your job prospects or meet the entry requirements for teacher training.

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Key course information

Dates
08/09/11 - 14/06/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
36 weeks

Time
17:30 - 20:30

Fees
Full fee: £78
Senior fee: £78
Concession: £49

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
YM407*

Availability
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This course is full

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deafedu@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2725

Course outline

What is the course about?

This class is for students who want to gain a GCSE qualification in mathematics, with the aim of increasing your mathematical skills and understanding of course concepts.

What topics will we cover?

- an introduction to the language of maths and the more everyday applications of the subjects e.g. percentages
- statistics: an examination of how and why they are used
- shapes and their various properties
- the language of algebra
- mathematical investigations: an opportunity to undertake two pieces of mathematical research.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- work with numbers with increased confidence
- use maths as a tool to solve problems
- apply maths successfully in everyday situations
- gain a Maths GCSE qualification.

You will have done work on numbers, measurement, shape and space, and handling data.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You will already have passed either Adult Numeracy Level 1 or have equivalent skills at the beginning of the course. You will already be able to:
- Recognise and use large numbers up to millions
- Use halves, quarters, tenths and fractions of whole numbers.
- Represent information in list, tables, charts and graphs
- Describe the properties of common shapes.

The course is taught at GCSE Foundation Level EDEXCEL for Adult Numeracy using sign language. The syllabus used will be Excel 1385.
Those at a higher level may have the opportunity to attempt Higher Level GCSE Maths. The level of exam entry will be decided after the course has begun.

You will need to attend an Advice, Information and Assessment Session before enrolling.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Whole group work with students working individually on practice worksheets and problems. Some pair/group work will be involved in the investigation tasks. There will be regular homework. Classes will be held in British Sign Language with the use of clear spoken/written English.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring paper, pens, pencils and rulers.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2725

Fax: 020 7492 2745

deafedu@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times for BSL and Lipreading: Wednesday 14:00 – 15:00 (term-time only) All other advice by appointment

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Tel: 020 7492 2726 (voice)

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