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I taught in a range of schools for many years before moving into FE, where I found creative and imaginative approaches just as rewarding with adults. Most of my resources are concerned with giving control to the learner, through a range of methods. Some are great for just giving them experience of examination questions, and the chance to discuss these with other learners. I now concentrate on spreading the range of creations from UK KS1 to KS4, and across the Common Standards.

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I taught in a range of schools for many years before moving into FE, where I found creative and imaginative approaches just as rewarding with adults. Most of my resources are concerned with giving control to the learner, through a range of methods. Some are great for just giving them experience of examination questions, and the chance to discuss these with other learners. I now concentrate on spreading the range of creations from UK KS1 to KS4, and across the Common Standards.
Using Formulae
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Using Formulae

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A work sheet that utilises a range of formulae from simple shapes to more complex speed/distance/acceleration etc to introduce the concept formulas, the power of generalisation, and being able to intuitively rearrange them. Lots of questions with answers.
Diversity
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Diversity

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A few slides to generate thought and discussion on the issues of inclusion and exclusion, and how we embrace diversity.
On what date was I born?
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On what date was I born?

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A simple little activity that can get the learners thinking - no more than a warm up. Ask the question, and show the second screen. You don't need to face the screen, just know the position of the cards. A learner tells you which cards (first, second, third etc.) contain the date of their birth. The rest is the puzzle!
KS3 Maths: Order of Operations Activity
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KS3 Maths: Order of Operations Activity

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BIDMAS, BIMDAS or BODMAS Matching cards for statements and answers, with index numbers, brackets, changed order etc. Plus a powerpoint of the questions for discussion, plus a powerpoint of the answers if one runs out of time.
KS4 Maths Activity: Algebra card matching.
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KS4 Maths Activity: Algebra card matching.

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Algebra expression cards. Algebraic statements in symbols, with with corresponding word descriptions, and representations as areas in the plane, along with function tables. Match up any sets you like - words and symbols seem to go down well, along with the pictorial representation.
KS4 Maths Activity for Algebra Revision
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KS4 Maths Activity for Algebra Revision

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AfL in Maths, encourages mathematical thinking - sometimes true, always true, never true. A set of cards for talking about algebraic statements. Plus a powerpoint version for discussion, and a powerpoint version with the answers.
Percentage Posers - KS3/GCSE
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Percentage Posers - KS3/GCSE

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In this PowerPoint are a few questions to get learners to look at percentages from puzzles - the mathematics is not difficult, the learners simply need to consider creative approaches. The questions give everyday examples.
GSCE Maths: Geometry statements revision
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GSCE Maths: Geometry statements revision

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I got this idea from Jim Smith and his book 'The Lazy Teacher&'s Handbook&';. I can thoroughly recommend the book as full of ideas for teachers and learners. I took the recently published guidance from Edexcel on what the examiners expect in terms of 'why&' in geometry questions, added some images, and produced a simple slideshow to loop whilst the learners are revising questions themselves.
Formulas, Rules, Tables,Theorems,Diagrams and more
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Formulas, Rules, Tables,Theorems,Diagrams and more

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A very useful formula booklet for GCSE level. A set of 48 posters that can be printed off (just remove the header and footer) but also published as a booklet in the form of a revision guide. I use it for Foundation GCSE, but most of it can be used at any secondary level. I have them printed on A3 and displayed around the room - use them how you like.
Functional Skills Maths - Multiple Choice Quizzes
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Functional Skills Maths - Multiple Choice Quizzes

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Functional Skills A set of multiple choice quizzes that I created for Functional Skills Mathematics, covering the mathematical topics as revision for functionality. Equally they can be used at any level for starters, fillers, or just a bit of fun. (All images are mine, I think, and mostly taken by me.)