For many students, the move from GCSE to A level is one of the most significant academic transitions they will make. The jump is steeper than many anticipate: the volume of independent study increases substantially, the depth of understanding required goes well beyond what is expected at GCSE and the responsibility for managing time, motivation …
Maths anxiety is a recognised psychological phenomenon. It involves feelings of dread, tension or apprehension specifically associated with mathematical tasks, and it is considerably more common than many people realise. Research suggests that a significant proportion of children and adults experience some degree of it, and that when left unaddressed, it can have a lasting …
