Launch & Support Events GCSE Mathematics (Sept 2017) GCSE Further Mathematics (Sept 2017) GCSE Statistics (Sept 2017) GCE Mathematics (Sept 2018) GCE Further Mathematics (Sept 2018) Me, Amanda, Esther, Margaret McAuley, Ruth Crooks, Neill Hamilton, Eleanor Thomas

Agenda Revision of GCSE & GCE Mathematics Qualifications (for first teaching September 2017/18) Introductions 10.00am – 11.15am GCSE Mathematics 11.20am – 12.15pm GCSE Further Mathematics 12.15pm – 12.45pm GCSE Statistics LUNCH 1.15pm – 2.30pm GCE Mathematics 2.30pm – 3.15pm GCE Further Mathematics Overview of Specifications Specimen Assessment Materials (SAMs) Support Materials Q & A

Timeline for new GCSE Maths specification Current specification will be assessed until summer 2018 There will be a mop up in January 2019 New GCSE first full award will be in summer 2019

GCSE Mathematics Unique features Employability New specification Four distinct pathways Flexibility retained within these pathways Foundation level – level 1 or level 2 in functional mathematics New grading A* and C* Qualification is linked to and builds on the learning experiences from Key Stage 3 as required for the statutory Northern Ireland Curriculum Potential pathway into a range of careers in the STEM sector Programme For Government targets – 20. Increase uptake in economically relevant Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) places (DEL) 21. Increase the overall proportion of young people who achieve at least 5 GCSEs at A* - C or equivalent including GCSEs in Maths and English by the time they leave school including increase the proportion of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds who achieve at least 5 GCSEs at A* - C or equivalent including GCSEs in Maths and English 42 Improve literacy and numeracy levels among all school leavers, with additional resources targeted at underachieving pupils

GCSE Mathematics Foundation Specification at a glance 55% 2019) 2019) Grades D, E, F, G Level 1 in Functional Maths 2019) Grades C*, C, D, E, F Level 1/2 in Functional Maths

GCSE Mathematics Higher Specification at a Glance 2019) Grades B, C*, C, D, E 2019) Grades A*, A, B, C*, C

New GCSE Mathematics The assessment structure of the qualification has changed. Content has been divided into 8 units – M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7 and M8. M1, M2, M5 and M6 are Foundation Papers. M3, M4, M7 and M8 are Higher Tier papers. The completion papers: M5, M6, M7 and M8 must be taken after M1, M2, M3, and M4. This is because the completion papers are synoptic. The completion papers are of greater demand – M8 is now the most demanding paper because of the volume of content and the additional content which has been added to M8. Some of this content is new; other content has been moved from T4.

New GCSE Mathematics The grading structure has changed. Grades now include a C* and a new A* based on a new formula A ‘functional elements’ profile will be extracted from the M1 and M2 papers. These papers allow for extra reading time. Level 1 functional mathematics will be awarded for attainment in M1 and level 2 functional mathematics will be awarded for attainment in M2 with level 1 if a designated standard is reached. The new assessment objectives present greater demand and challenge.

Assessment objective weightings The table below sets out the assessment objective weightings for each assessment component and the overall GCSE qualification. Assessment Objective Unit Weighting Foundation Tier M1 and M5 or M2 and M6 Higher Tier M3 and M7 M4 and M8 AO1 47 – 53% 37 – 43% AO2 22 – 28% 27 – 33% AO3 Currently AO1 45 – 55 AO2 25 – 35 AO3 15 - 25

GCSE Support Materials Planning Frameworks Newly added content and content removed Progression of subject content document e.g M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 etc Mapping of content in legacy specification to the new specification (e.g T4 → M8) List of terminology/mathematical language Guidance on new topics in the specification Problem solving workshops

Specimen Assessment Materials (SAMS) Overview of the SAMS Q & A

GCSE STATISTICS Available from September 2017 Tiered Foundation grades C* to G, Higher A* to D 2 papers at each tier, equally weighted at 50% of the assessment Foundation Papers: 1½ hours Higher Papers: 2 hours

GCSE STATISTICS It will provide an introduction to the “big data” skill sets of data analysis, data acquisition, data mining and data structures. Queen’s University inform us that they have been requested to create a Masters Course on big data and data analysis to facilitate users in big data analytics. It complements subjects such as GCSE Biology, Further Mathematics, Psychology, Geography, Business and Economics, and opens the door to a variety of careers – from weather forecasting to the biological sciences.

GCSE STATISTICS GCSE Statistics will give students the opportunity to broaden their knowledge in a key component of maths that is relevant to everyday life. They’ll develop a core statistical grounding, as well as transferable skills and understanding that’s applicable to a range of other subjects. It will also benefit those progressing to other A-level subjects such as the social sciences, business studies, economics, geography and psychology. 

GCSE STATISTICS Sample planning frameworks and lesson plans to help plan your course with confidence Sample tests and mark schemes at each tier GCSE Statistics exemplar questions and candidate responses Teacher guide with a summary of key features Training courses to help you deliver CCEA Statistics qualifications Subject expertise courses for all teachers, from newly qualified teachers to experienced teachers looking for fresh updates. Chief Examiner’s reports Centre support visits

Timeline for new GCE specifications Current specification will continue until 2019 The current AS will still be available for teaching in September 2017 Legacy GCE AS & A2 will be assessed in 2017, 2018, 2019 Mop up in summer 2020

GCE Mathematics Unique features Employability New specification with 2 papers at each level No choice – same content as all the other boards Compulsory Statistics and Mechanics equally weighted Study of a large data set AS forms 40% of overall assessment, A2 weighted at 60% Qualification is linked to GCSE Mathematics Higher Tier Potential pathway to a range of careers in the STEM sector and university for a large range of subjects

A Level Mathematics Specification at a Glance Content   Assessment Weightings AS 1: Pure Mathematics External written examination 1 hour 45 minutes Students answer all questions. 6 – 10 questions 100 marks 60% of AS 24% of A level AS 2: Applied Mathematics 1 hour 15 minutes 5 – 10 questions 70 marks 40% of AS 16% of A level A2 1: Pure Mathematics 2 hours 30 minutes 7 – 12 questions 150 marks 36% of A level A2 2: Applied Mathematics 1 hour 30 minutes

New A level Mathematics Specification written to meet the recommendations of the A Level Content Advisory Board (ALCAB) AS is 40% of total award A2 will comprise 60% of award and be synoptic in nature possibly drawing on aspects of the AS content Modular structure retained 60% Pure Maths and 40% Applied Maths Applied Maths to be 50% Statistics, 50% Mechanics Content based on current proposals for English Boards No option choices One resit opportunity per unit allowed Exams in the summer series only AS papers 100 marks and 70 marks; A2 papers 150 marks and 100 marks

Assessment Unit Weighting Assessment objective weightings The table below sets out the assessment objective weightings for each assessment component and the overall GCE qualification. Assessment Objective Assessment Unit Weighting AS 1 AS 2 A2 1 A2 2 AO1 50% AO2 25% AO3 Total 100% Assessment Objective Weightings Weightings have a tolerance of +/- 3%

Further Mathematics Specification at a Glance Content   Assessment Weightings AS 1: Pure Mathematics External written examination 1 hour 30 minutes Students answer all questions. 6 – 10 questions 100 marks 50% of AS 20% of A level AS 2: Applied Mathematics A2 1: Pure Mathematics 2 hours 15 minutes 7 – 12 questions 150 marks 30% of A level A2 2: Applied Mathematics

Further Mathematics Further Mathematics content has been revised in line with the A level Mathematics content Pure & Applied content equally weighted 50% of Pure Mathematics will be prescribed – ensuring consistency but retaining flexibility for students to specialise Content based on current proposals for English Boards Choose two from four option choices – Mechanics 1, Mechanics 2, Statistics, Discrete & Decision Mathematics One resit opportunity per unit allowed Exams in the summer series only Intent to set up a Further Mathematics support network

Discrete & Decision Mathematics Discrete & Decision Mathematics does not require students to have mastery of a large range of algebraic skills. Problems set have a direct impact on people’s lives – how to plan a delivery route, how to organise a drama production, how to optimise a queueing system. Accessibility does not equate with ease. The focus is on modelling and modelling is hard!! Embraces topics such as computer science, algorithms, linear programming, logic, set and graph theory, critical path analysis, operational research, probability and risk theory, game theory Careers in Big Data, business & finance, crime and security, biomedical research and transport and opportunities to work in a wide variety of places including universities, businesses, government departments and other agencies.

MEI Support Training and orientation for teachers using Integral resources. During 2017, MEI will provide 4 webinars for A level teachers promoting the use of the A level resources to ensure that schools/colleges use them effectively. Final courses in place by beginning of Autumn term 2017. Logins for schools and maintenance support to Integral This will enable schools/colleges teacher access to view and use resources in CCEA courses.  MEI will offer a range of options to agree with CCEA discounted subscription rates for NI schools and colleges from September 2017, when the full range of materials for CCEA specifications are available for teachers and students. MEI will extend the logins for schools for a fee of £10 + VAT per school until September 2018.

Integral Resources

On line tour/ webinar

Integral Resources

Contacts: GCSE Mathematics GCSE Statistics GCE Mathematics GCE Further Mathematics Education Manager: Joe McGurk Telephone: 028 90 261200 Ext (2106) Email: jmcgurk@ccea.org.uk Subject Support Officer: Nuala Tierney Telephone: 028 90 261200 Ext (2292) Email: ntierney@ccea.org.uk Specification, sample assessment and support materials available on the subject microsite at www.ccea.org.uk

Accreditation Process Regulatory Framework General Conditions of Recognition CCEA will ensure that each qualification offered is fit for purpose Accreditation Process N Ireland GCE and GCSE Qualifications Criteria Two-stage process Stage 1: submission of qualification strategies for approval Stage 2: submission of qualification materials for review and accreditation

Qualification Strategies CONTENT - Rationale for the proposed: inclusion of internal assessment, where relevant weighting of internal and external assessment wording and weighting of assessment objectives assessment of mathematical skills : Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Business Studies assessment of QWC and subject content ASSESSMENT – Rationale for the: subject content for Specimen Assessment Materials (SAMs) content in assessments ensuring full coverage over the lifetime of the qualification duration of examination papers allocation of marks in examination papers, where appropriate number and type of questions in examination papers, where appropriate word limit or time limit for internal assessment and allocation of marks for internal assessment

Specification and Specimen Assessment Material (SAMs) Northern Ireland Regulator will carry out: an administrative review a subject-specific review a review of regulatory requirements

Collaborative Approach to the Revision Desk top Research Writing Teams Teachers Higher Education Consultation Existing Specifications Draft Specifications Consultation with students Relevant content Prepared for further study/work

Quality Assurance Higher Education - Higher Education Panel and Subject Advisory Team Industry - Industry Panel and Subject Advisory Team Teachers - Subject Advisory Team Equality Panel - Access for all Final CCEA Quality Assurance panel - Review of consultation comment logs and comment logs associated with all QA panels

Quality Assurance Equality Panel Final CCEA Quality Assurance panel Access for all Final CCEA Quality Assurance panel Review of consultation comment logs Review of comment logs associated with all QA panels Only when CCEA Quality Assurance panel is satisfied that all issues raised have been appropriately addressed will the Specification and Sample Assessment material be submitted for accreditation

Why choose CCEA? mbvbmvbmvb We support Learners - CCEA puts the learner at the centre of everything we do. We think about what learners need for life and work and then build solutions to meet those needs. We do this for the entire curriculum – from Foundation and Early Years to A level and beyond. mbvbmvbmvb We are Local - CCEA is Northern Ireland’s awarding body. We understand local needs and we are focused on providing services and products for learners in Northern Ireland. This also means we’re near you, should you need help or support. We are Listening - CCEA listens to those who use its products and services; this means listening to teachers, employers and learners, and taking action to ensure better outcomes for learners. This approach ensures that we develop relevant, high quality and innovative specifications and support.

Working with CCEA The benefits: teacher cover provided first-hand experience of how the examining system works user insight to the standards required for the assessment opportunity to examine assessments across a range of abilities improved learning and teaching outcomes creates links with CCEA personnel/subject officer opportunity to network with other professionals provides recognition and enhances the professional development of teachers Examiners and moderators are vital to the success of the examining system Teachers provide expert knowledge of the specification content Understanding of the capabilities of the candidature at a specific level

Keeping you informed The ReVision microsite – ccea.org.uk/therevision Essential updates Specifications & SAMs Monthly e-Vision newsletter Subject specific e-alerts Face to face Social media Twitter @ccea_info Facebook ccea.info Don’t forget to register for your updates on the microsite – ‘keep up to date’ section www.ccea.org.uk/therevision

Modules Max UMS Max Grade M1 107 D M2 125 C* M3 143 B M4 180 A/A* M5 131 M6 153 M7 175 M8 220

Possible Combinations Max UMS Max Grade M1 and M5 238 D M1 and M6 267 C M1 and M7 282 C* M1 and M8 327 A M2 and M5 262 M2 and M6 291 M2 and M7 306 B M2 and M8 351 A*/A M3 and M5 274 M3 and M6 303 M3 and M7 318 M3 and M8 363 M4 and M5 311 M4 and M6 340 M4 and M7 355 M4 and M8 400 A*

Foundation Paper Summer 2016

Higher Paper Summer 2014