Probability tree diagrams are just a picture.. .. that show all the possible outcomes from a series of events. They can be quite useful as probability needs some careful thought. Watch the video and download the quick test - good luck! This video deals with a GCSE question: There are 3 strawberry yoghurts and 4 peach yoghurts in a fridge. Kate takes a yoghurt at random … [Read more...]
Level 6 maths SATS
Level 6 maths SATS have been re-introduced .. ... in order to stretch the most able primary school students. The level 6 maths SAT tests were actually in use until around 2002, although slightly different and lasting 30 minutes each! These papers will give you some indication of the level required (I'll post the answers at some future date :-) ): 2001 Level 6 … [Read more...]
How to solve linear equations with video examples
How to solve linear equations .. some of them you'll solve without really thinking about! Suppose you bought a CD for £8 and then two books at the same price. The total cost is £25 and, with a little bit of arithmetic, you might work out the price of each book is £8.50. Mathematicians like to call these "linear equations" and they look something like: 2B + 8 = 25 (where 'B' … [Read more...]
How to develop independent learning skills
Hmm .. there's a lot of information online about the value of independent learning skills Most would argue that it's a vital component of a students education. Consequently there's some really good advice about developing independent learning skills, such as setting time aside, variety of work, short meaningful goals etc. However I thought it might be useful to break the … [Read more...]
How to work with arithmetic sequences
This video deals with how to work with arithmetic sequences with a 'common difference.' This is where the same number is added, or subtracted, each time. For instance the sequence 12, 16, 20, 24, 28 .... has a common difference of add 4 ...... or 16, 8, 0, -8, -16 has a common difference of subtract 8. How to work out arithmetic sequences and value of nth term. GCSE grade C … [Read more...]