3.8 Bearings GCSE PowerPoint Lesson

This 24-slide lesson introduces the concept of bearings as a method for describing direction using angles measured clockwise from the north line. Students will learn to read and write bearings using three-figure notation and apply angle facts, including those involving parallel lines and angles in triangles, to solve problems involving maps and navigation. The lesson develops spatial reasoning and reinforces key angle skills in real-world contexts.

The lesson includes:

• Clear, guided examples

• Discussion opportunities from Think, Pair, Share

• Mini whiteboard section to check understanding and clarify misconceptions

• One structured task to practise key skills

• Challenge activity to extend and deepen learning

Perfect for engaging learners while reinforcing essential geometry concepts.