How to start algebra? How to get the pupils engaged and enthused? How to find out what they know? How to avoid rules, rules and more rules … Have you ever asked yourself these questions? Year 7 pupils should see this as a fascinating topic that gives them a real taste for ‘grown up mathematics’, […]
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July 12th, 2017 by nick
Theme 1: Algebraic relationships: generalising from arithmetic. We believe that gaining insight into the algebraic relationships that underpin number will help pupils understand how to construct and transform algebraic expressions and equations. Arithmagons are one of the early activities – these are problems involving patterns and relationships in numbers. They are a good introduction to writing equations. […]
Posted in Algebra
July 12th, 2017 by nick
