How to change the subject of a formula. A formula is a special equation which deals with 'variables.' Variables are bits of information that can change each time you deal with the formula. For instance, one of the best known formulas is: Speed = Distance / Time ... and we use it every time we go somewhere. If you're driving at 30 miles per hour - the numbers can be put in … [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...]
Numeracy skills – how to work out percentages
Good arithmetic is the foundation of numeracy skills and learning how to work out percentages is an important foundational skill. Learn these, practice them and always keep to the same methods! There are 6 main numeracy skills that will help with your maths. Click here to read more. Click here to visit addition skills , subtraction skills , division skills , fraction skills, … [Read more...]