Mathematics
Year 8
The Year 7&8 learners are taught together in a team-teaching environment and have differentiated learning and enrichment tasks. The learners also use Maths Buddy, an online learning tool, to consolidate and revise their mathematical skills. For self-directed learning, the learners complete two Mathematics Achievement Challenge badges of their interest. Year 8 Mathematics continues work on Level 4 of the National Curriculum. The course covers all five strands.
Course focus
from the number strand we cover number strategies, number facts, special numbers and problem-solving
from the algebra strand we look at patterns, rules and the solving of equations
measurement focuses on area and perimeter of standard quadrilaterals, triangles and circles in practical situations
geometry covers work on angles and 2D and 3D shapes
statistics and probability are approached as a statistical investigation
Course Contribution: $45 indicative amount, may be subject to change.
Maths Buddy online subscription, Mathematics Achievement Challenge badges