In this investigation, students use their knowledge of percentages to identify how multiple percentage changes impact the original value. Including the assessment, rubric, task specific clarification, marking guidelines and sample answer. Recommended for MYP1.

In this investigation, students use their knowledge of exponents, and the ability to follow simple algorithms to explore the powers of 2 and 4. Including the assessment, rubric, task specific clarification, marking guidelines and sample answer. Recommended for MYP3. Use of sheets/excel is recommended for calculations.

In this investigation, students use their knowledge of algebraic expressions to explore “mathemagical” tricks. Including the assessment, rubric, task specific clarification, marking guidelines and sample answer. Recommended for MYP2.

Are you a Mathematics teacher new to the MYP who wants to better understand the key components involved? Or are you looking for an all-in-one reference to save time jumping between multiple IB guides for rubrics, keywords, templates or examples? Do you want some simple yet informative classroom posters? Or are you curious about how others plan contextual, inquiry based units? Do you need to give a new student an overview of what to expect when studying MYP Mathematics? Then this is the resource for you! Featuring 16 key elements of the MYP framework as printable, clear and colourful posters (please see below to see the full list of what is included). Plus 14 pages of snapshots into how these elements are built into the planning of a unit or learning experience. This resource is aimed to show not only the what, but also the how of implementing MYP Mathematics elements into your classroom. Areas of focus: Unit plan overview Key and related concepts Global contexts Statement of inquiry and inquiry questions Subject group objectives Assessment criteria Approaches to learning (ATL) skills Branches of study Approaches to teaching Lesson elements Reflection Learner Profile Command terms

Students solve Christmas themed word problems and puzzles to reveal a festive picture and two jokes! This no-prep, digital, self-checking activity is the perfect end of term activity to review some key number and algebra skills. You will be given a link to the Google sheet and in the top right corner is a link to a corresponding Google Doc worksheet. Students solve 12 problems (which can be printed on a single worksheet) that generate 26 answers corresponding to the letters A-Z. They then type the answers into the Google sheet which, if correct, will colour in some sections, eventually revealing the mystery picture. The questions require understanding of the content from the MYP 1-3 numerical and abstract reasoning portion of the MYP maths skills framework which are also fundamental number and algebra skills in other curriculum (negative numbers, significant figures, fractions, percentages, time elapsed, inequalities, highest common factor, lowest common multiple, linear sequences, ratio, substitution, expanding/factorising single brackets, solving equations, number operations). Perfect review task for MYP3/4/5 students during the festive season!

These 4 real-life maths tasks are written to align with the MYP maths criterion D assessment strands. All explore different areas of the global context “Globalization and Sustainability”. The main audience is an MYP5 cohort preparing for the e-assessment, however much of the content can be accessed by younger students. The 4 tasks are as follows: Using right-angle trigonometry, angle facts, Pythagoras’ theorem and area of 2D shapes to evaluate solar panel designs. Using function notation, substitution, equation of a straight line, exponential functions and percentage change to evaluate population change. Using ratio, proportion, percentages and metric measures to design a plan for a sustainable food initiative. Using averages from a frequency table, scatter graphs, line of best fit and probability to evaluate proportions of international football players. Each task will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. They each have one page of background information and one page of 5 or 6 sub-questions. Solutions with marking guidance (point allocation) are included. Note: the criterion D rubric is NOT included due to the e-assessment focus. However, all strands are addressed in each task so it is suitable to use with any MYP maths class, you would just need to create your own task-specific clarifications suitable to your selected year level. Please email if there are any suggestions or corrections: teachingmypmaths@gmail.com

To effectively prepare your class for the MYP Mathematics eAssessment, use all four learning experiences (1 hour+ each) which provide students with everything they need to be successful. THIS RESOURCE Lesson 4 - preparing for part 3/criterion B investigation. An opportunity to check students prior knowledge of different types of sequences, a focus in how to use the context to write a general rule and justify it. Relevant command terms are explicitly defined with common mistakes clarified. Including one eAssessment style investigation with attached checklist for self or peer marking. OTHER RESOURCES Lesson 1 - detailing the structure of the test, gathering student’s knowledge and questions around the eAssessment, unpacking the command terms through a crossword and wordsearch, familiarising students with the digital tools used, navigating what good communication looks like and suggestions for criterion C related activities. Plenty of “top tips” included throughout. Bonus resource: an interactive notebook with command term definitions, formula book, and useful mathematical notation. Lesson 2 - preparing for part 1/criterion A questions. Working through an unfamiliar problem together, understanding what topics could come up, guidance for creating a study plan, mixed topic questions to be used for a group quiz or independently. Bonus resource: digital self-assessment checklist with suggested resources to help revision. Lesson 3 - preparing for part 2/criterion D real life problems. With a focus on understanding what is meant by “relevant factors” and “justifying” an answer and it’s accuracy. Including one eAssessment style real life problem with attached checklist for self or peer marking.

Three varied and unique investigations created in the same format as the MYP mathematics eAssessment to provide students with additional support and practice. Markschemes with worked solutions are included for self-assessment, peer marking or teacher feedback. Linked to the three key concepts, each investigation comes with a visual context showing how the sequence emerges. Students are prompted with the command terms to spot patterns, predict, find rules, test and/or verify and justify according to the usual eAssessment structure which includes a structured investigation in part 1 and a more open investigation in part 2. Investigation 1: Changing tangents (relationships) Requires understanding of functions, straight line graphs including finding the equation of a line and perpendicular gradients. Leads to a simple arithmetic sequence but lends itself to a rigorous proof. Investigation 2: Growing trapeziums (form) Requires identification of Pythagoras’ theorem and area of a trapezium. Leads to geometric sequences which may require understanding of exponent laws to justify/prove. Investigation 3: Counting quads (logic) A very accessible investigation which just require logic and counting. Leads to quadratic rules but these can be found by looking for patterns rather than formal methods of finding second differences etc. A worded justification is appropriate rather than a proof. Perfect for practice after going through one full investigation with the class and teaching them the fundamentals of this part of the eAssessment (lesson 4 of the eAssessment pack).