1.51 Introduction to Surds GCSE Higher PowerPoint Lesson

This 24-slide lesson is an introduction to surds and covers simplifying surds by factoring out square numbers and introduces key surd rules. Clear examples and scaffolded practice helps build a strong foundation for further surd work.

Note this is one of four lessons on surds. This content is on the Higher tier only.

The lesson includes:

• Clear, guided examples

• Discussion opportunities from Think, Pair, Share

• Mini whiteboard section to check understanding and clarify misconceptions

• Two structured tasks to practise key skills

• Challenge activity to extend and deepen learning

Perfect for engaging learners while reinforcing essential numeracy concepts.