1.52 Surd Calculations GCSE Higher PowerPoint Lesson

This 17-slide lesson focuses on calculating with surds by simplifying, then adding or subtracting like terms. Includes clear examples, guided practice, and plenty of opportunities to consolidate understanding.

Note this is lesson two, 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