YEAR 9 (ma1)

Applying mathematics and solving problems

 

Y9 Objectives

Resources

Solve increasingly demanding problems - fuller solutions

P  L  O  O  O painted cubes 

 

P  P  P  X  X  difference method for finding nth term

 

W investigations

 

W Borders

 

W lines, crossovers, regions

 

P  P  P  P  P  W  W  W  W  X  X Two in a row

 

P  X  W  W  Maxi-cone

Use trial and improvement when other methods not obvious

Represent/synthesise using algebra, geometry or graphs

Solve substantial problems by breaking down (ICT)

Present a precise, reasoned argument

Recognise limitations on accuracy of data/measurements

Justify generalisations and show insight into problem 

Give solutions to an appropriate degree of accuracy

Suggest extensions

Pose extra constraints and investigate further

Conjecture and generalise

Identify exceptional cases or counter examples