MATHS 4 ME

Percentage change

2010-04-01T21:13:00.000Z

If you are learning this topic at school, here is a video clip that will help you to understand this topic better. You can replay the video clip as many times as you like until you are really sure of the method.

Click here to view video clip.
Once you have gone through the video clip you can now test yourself and assess how well you understand the topic.

Click here to view test.

Credits

Many thanks to emaths.co.uk and BBC bitesize for making the video clip and test pages available for free to all.

Algebra - expansion and factorisation

2009-05-07T08:02:00.002Z

Click on link below to access the interactive worksheet. Once you have finished you may view your score at the bottom of the page.

1. Expansion

2. Factorisation

Year 11 Revision - Module 5

2008-10-25T19:20:00.002Z

Click on the link below, print it and work through the paper. Answers due in on 4/10/08.

Module 5 Paper 1 Jun 2004

Year 12A Revision Past Papers

2008-10-25T19:08:00.003Z

Click on the 'Question' link and print out the past papers. Work through the paper and then check your 'Answers'.

Module 1 Foundation Questions Answers

Module 5 Foundation Questions Answers

Happy revising.

Complex division

2008-10-17T22:55:00.002Z

Ever had problem dividing numbers? Here is a video you might want to watch and laugh at how ridiculous dividing can be.

Homework Year 7 (Higher) - Decimals

2008-06-11T12:12:00.004Z

This homework is intended to act as a revision of basic number operations (+, -, × and ÷) with decimals.
It assumes that you have covered these operations before. Click here to see your homework.

Homework Year 8 - Add and Subtract Fractions

2008-06-10T12:21:00.002Z

Click here to go to the homework page. You need to copy and complete questions 3, 4, 5 and 6 only.

Lesson Year 9 - Designing Questionnaires

2008-06-09T13:38:00.003Z

Activity 1
On your desk top, click on Shared folders --- Department work --- Maths --- Collins Higher --- Statistics 1 .
Scroll down to page 27 - Questionnaire. Read and copy the main points for a good questionnaire. Look at some examples of a good questionnare.

Activity 2
Click here. Go through the pages.

Activity 3
Make 5 questions for the topic you are surveying.
"Teenagers spend too much time using computers"

Lesson Year 7(Higher) - Multiplication

2008-06-04T11:46:00.005Z

Click on each link to access the task and do it.
You must show all your workings and answers in your exercise book.

Starter - Cal-Q-Late

Activity 1 - Long Multiplication

Activity 2 - Multiplying decimals

Activity 3 - Problems invloving multiplication

Homework - Revision on multiplying with whole numbers and decimals.
Show working and answers in exercise book. Due 13/06/08.

Homework Year 8 - Estimation

2008-06-04T09:44:00.003Z

Click here to access the homework and answer all the questions, showing your working and answers in your exercise book. Deadline 9/06/08.

Lesson Year 7 (Intermediate) - Multiplication

2008-06-03T11:55:00.003Z

Year7

Click on the links and carry out the activity.

Starter – Arrange Numbers

Activity 1 – Multiplication of whole numbers

Activity 2 - Long Multiplication

Activity 3 - Problems

Homework:
1. Multiplying single digits
2. Multiplying double digits

Well done if you have completed the task.
Now click here to play a game.

How to be good in Maths? Part 2

2008-05-29T01:01:00.004Z

In Part 1 , I said that you need to practise Maths regularly if you want to be confident and good at it. I recommended that you spent at least 20 minutes a day revising and practising Maths.
What do you actually do during the 20 minutes? Here are some of the things you can do during your 20 minutes Maths revision time:
1. Look at the problems/questions already discussed or done in lessons. Examine the method and the reasoning behind the solution. Now without looking at the answer given by the teacher in class, try answering the questions yourself. If you get stuck, look over the solution again and then try once more without referring to the solution.
2. Try out similar questions given in your textbook or workbook. You can also try to answer questions you got wrong in your test or homework.
3. Attempt to answer exam style questions. You can get these at the end of a chapter in your textbook or you can look for them on the internet. This will give you more confidence and improve your understanding of the topic.
4. Use interactive exercises given on certain websites. This will not only make the revision sessions interesting but it will give you an opportunity to apply your mathematical skills. I have included and will continue to include links to interactive activities through this blog.
The overall idea is that you are spending time revising or practising your Maths. Any effort put in will certainly produce good results.

Video clips on Algebra

2008-05-14T12:15:00.003Z

Here are some video clips to help you learn/revise some of topics on algebra.
1. Using Quadratic Formula (GCSE)

2. Factorising and solving Equations

3. Substitution

4. Solving simultaneous equations by elimination

5. Factorising

6. Simplifying algebraic expressions

More vidoe clips to come. Please check again later. Best wishes to all taking your exams.

Help for Maths Anxiety

2008-01-22T14:38:00.000Z

It is common and normal to be anxious when trying to learn or do Maths. Maths anxiety is experienced even by people who are known to good in Maths. It is not a question of being anxious or but it's a question of how you handle the anxiety. There are many ways to reduce your anxiety in Maths. Click here to find out some of the ways you can learn to reduce the amount of anxiety you experience when learning Maths.

How to do well at school?

2007-12-19T13:48:00.000Z

It would be a good time during the Christmas holidays for students to ponder on this question especially those of you taking public exams in summer? What are the important ingredients in achieivng success at school? Click here to read a series of articles on this topic and then you can decide what you would do to achieve success at school. best of luck.

Christmas Activities

2007-12-19T12:36:00.000Z

I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Here are some Maths activities you can play during the Christmas holidays.
Alien Angles - use bearings to aim at the alien
Santa Slider Puzzle
Product game - 2 Players
Ghostblasters - 2 Players
Ghostblasters - 1 players
Grid Game - Types of numbers
Jigsaw Puzzle - Transformation
Connect 4 - Fraction, percentages, etc. you choose
Pentominoes - Year 7
Power cards - Let the computer guess your number
Pair the squares
Optical illusions
The following websites have loads of activities to keep you occupied:
BrainBashers : Puzzles and Brain Teasers
Origami

Statistical Diagrams

2007-11-26T10:51:00.000Z

Most of you would probably be learning about handling data around now. One of the topics in this area is to be able to draw and interpret charts or statistical diagrams. Click here to learn about statistical diagrams and get more practice with them at home. You can take your answers to your teachers to be marked. This page is especially suitable for Year 9's in the UK as it gives an overview of all the charts and diagrams you need to know for your KS3 SATs exam in may 2008. I'll be adding more links to other topics soon so visit again later for more topics and links.

Data Handling exam

2007-10-24T01:24:00.001Z

For those of you taking the GCSE Module 1 Data Handling (AQA) exam on 12/11/2007, this website would be of help.
Click on the appropriate link.
Higher
Foundation
If you need to revise some of the KS3 stuff then click here before trying the links above.
Best of luck preparing for your exams. Any feedback or request for help and support welcomed.

How to become good at Maths? Part 1

2007-10-24T01:16:00.001Z

I often get this question from parents and students especially those
preparing for a major public exam. I think this question should be
asked very much earlier in ones schooling life. There are several
things to consider when you want to improve your Maths. The most
important being 'practice'. There is no short cut to learning Maths.
It's a skill you need to develop over time. You need to invest your
time. Imagine the time spent practicing Maths as saving money for your
future. Every minute you spend practicing is like depositing a penny
into your savings account for your future. The results of your efforts
will show overtime as improvement in your grades. I suggest you spend
at least 20 minutes a day practicing Maths. You will see and feel the
effect this have on your confidence and ability to answer questions
over a period of 4 to 5 weeks. In my next post I will discuss exactly
what you need to do in those 20 minutes you have set aside to learn
Maths.

Link and Learn

2007-06-22T09:21:00.000Z

This website provides loads of activities covering most of the topics in KS3 and KS4. Click on the appropriate year group and have fun.

About Archimedes

2007-05-22T22:58:00.001Z

Basic Algebra

2007-04-26T00:05:00.000Z

To master algebra you need to be well versed with the basics of algebra. Here are some woksheets you can use to brush up your algebra.
1. Matching equivalent algebraic expressions
2. Expanding algebraic expressions with brackets
3. Algebraic dominoes - you need to cut up and match the euivalent expressions. You need to form a rectangle to complete the activity.
4. Algebraic Function Machines

Relative frequency

2007-02-20T23:20:00.000Z

Revision For Year 7 Feb Test

2007-02-20T22:07:00.000Z

Notes for revising Maths facts

2007-01-04T11:57:00.000Z

If you have forgotten how to work out a particular problem then the website below would be the place to visit:Gazinotes

Multiplying by 11

2006-12-09T17:13:00.000Z

The Hole - video powered by Metacafe

BrainBashers : Puzzles and Brain Teasers

2006-11-27T23:53:00.000Z

An interesting website for you to explore and discover the things Maths can do.
BrainBashers : Puzzles and Brain Teasers

Origami

Tutorials

2006-11-23T23:53:00.000Z

Below arel links to tutorials for most of your Maths topics. Use them to revise Maths everyday at home. Spend about 15 to 20 minutes a day practising Maths.

Year 7 and 8
Place Value
Decimals and Place value
Fractions
Fractions of a Quantity
Mixed Numbers and Vulgar Fractions
Multiples
Decimals
Percentages
Negative Numbers
Add and subtract negative numbers
Coordinates
Plotting Graphs
Addition and Subtraction
Conversion Graphs
Dealing with Money
Measuring Angles
Classifying Angles
Angles and lines
Constructing Triangles
Function Machines
Basic algebra
Introduction to probabilty
Calculating probability

Year 9
Basic Operations
Indices and Standard Form
Fractions and Percentages
Line Graphs and equations
Probability
Transformations
Statistical Diagrams
Area, Perimeter and Volume
Sequences
Algebraic Manipulation
Angles, Construction and Loci
Estimation and Approximation
Graphs, Equations and Inequalities
Pythagoras and Trigonometry
Averages, Charts and Cumulative frequency

GCSE

FUN WITH MATHS

2006-05-08T14:08:00.000Z

Product game - 2 Players
Ghostblasters - 2 Players
Ghostblasters - 1 players
Grid Game - Types of numbers
Jigsaw Puzzle - Transformation
Connect 4 - Fraction, percentages, etc. you choose
Pentominoes - Year 7
Power cards - Let the computer guess your number
Pair the squares

KS3 MATHS

2006-02-02T08:32:00.000Z

Number
Place Value (suitable for foundation level (2 or 3)
Factors, Multiples and Prime factors (Print out worksheet and work on it)
Multiples
Finding Prime factors (Powerpoint presention - Prime factors by decomposition)
Addition of 3- digit numbers
Equivalent Fractions
Odd ones out
Fractions
Multiplying Fractions
Fractions, Percentages and decimals (Worksheet)
Fractions, Percentages, Decimals (Interactive)
Proportion
Negative Numbers (Worksheet)

Algebra
Function machine (Interactive)
Function Machine (Worksheet)
Substitution (Interactive)
Simplyfying Expressions (Worksheet)
Removing Brackets (Worksheet)

Shape Space and Measures
Area of Rectangle (Quiz)
Metric Units (Worksheet)
Volume (Worksheet)

Handling data

Mode, Median, Mean and range (Worksheet)
Pie Charts (Worksheets)

Pr0bability (Interactive)

KS4 MATHS

2006-01-23T11:46:00.000Z

Here are links to Maths activities on the web for KS4. Hope you will use these links and improve your mathematical skills.

Area
Mode, Mean and Range
Percentage
Interpreting Charts
Probability Scale, Expected Probability
Simplifying Algebraic expressions
Rounding up and estimation
Coverting Fractions
Percentages
Removing brackets
Substitution
Volume of cubes and cuboids
Total surface area
Probability
Handling data Coursework Checklist

LINKS
Easymaths
Foundation Maths
Higher Maths
Intermediate maths
Mathsguru
Multiplication.com
Product game - 2 players
Wikipedia

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