Susan Hough

Susan Hough is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). With 18 years of experience in secondary education, she has held roles including Head of Mathematics and contributed to MMU-led classroom initiatives since 2006. Her work focuses on Realistic Maths Education (RME), leading funded projects such as 'Developing maths in context' and 'Making Sense of Maths', which emphasized teacher professional development and contextualized curricula. Currently, she develops GCSE Higher-level mathematics materials tested in local schools and is completing a Master’s dissertation exploring challenges in implementing RME approaches to teaching fractions. She teaches on one-, two-, and three-year secondary mathematics programs and delivers units on the Master’s program.

• Affiliations: Manchester Metropolitan University
• Key Projects: RME-based curriculum development, teacher CPD initiatives
• Current Work: GCSE materials authorship and RME pedagogy research

Her research emphasizes bridging theory and practice in mathematics education, particularly in fostering student engagement through contextually relevant teaching methods. While no specific awards or grants are listed, her contributions to curriculum design and teacher training reflect her commitment to educational innovation.