Stephen Gough

Stephen Gough is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at Manchester Metropolitan University, specializing in Realistic Mathematics Education (RME). With 20 years of secondary school experience and a decade as Head of Mathematics, he focuses on transforming classroom practices through research-informed curricula. His work includes the development of the RME website providing free classroom materials for KS3 education.

• 20+ years secondary school leadership
• 10 years Head of Mathematics
• MMU faculty member since 2008
• Develops RME-based teaching materials
• Collaborates with 120+ schools

His research emphasizes contextualized mathematics learning through funded initiatives like the Education Endowment Foundation project. The Making Sense of Maths textbook series he co-authored represents practical implementations of RME principles.