MATHEMATICS Mathematics in Year 8 aims to provide students the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject. In Year 8 students will further develop their Number, Algebra, Shape and Space skills as well as being introduced to new concepts in handling data.
COURSE CONTENT Term 1 ● Numbers ● The number system ● Understanding risk and probability Term 2 ● Algebraic proficiency (tinkering and visualising) ● Solving equations and inequalities ● Sequences, fractions ● Decimals ● Percentages Term 3 ● Measuring and calculating space ● Presentation and measuring of data SKILLS DEVELOPED ● Numeracy ● Problem solving and pattern spotting ● Mathematical reasoning skills ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT NEEDED ● Geometry set ● Scientific calculator - we recommends the Casio FX-991 EX calculator RESOURCES BSAK Maths Website SETTING Students will be broadly grouped according to ability in Mathematics.
ASSESSMENTS Students will sit an assessment every half term based on the work covered up to that point. There will also be an end of year assessment; this will be a one hour paper on the topics covered throughout the year.
