Mathematics

ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022 YEAR 8

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.