by Oscar DASS | Oct 14, 2021 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), The Grades
We continue to consolidate basic skills in math routines. Mental maths has to be practised until it is second nature. Memorisation of these basics will facilitate higher learning. Maths is about discovering patterns and creating rules. You need to know the rules!...
by Oscar DASS | Sep 30, 2021 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Maths
Mental maths is a powerful foundation to understand more complex issues. Memorization of basic calculations enable students to focus on learning beyond the basic operations. To assist learners improve their basic math skills, we are using an amazing online resource...
by Oscar DASS | Sep 30, 2021 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Secondary Maths
The DP phase is a high stakes game. Results are crucial for University or College applications. To reduce stress, it is important to keep a steady pace and not fall behind. It is therefore vital that students do regular individual work at home to practice the sections...
by Oscar DASS | Sep 9, 2021 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Secondary Maths, Secondary Science
Inquiry forms the basis of Maths and Science. By questioning and inquiry, knowledge and understanding is acquired, and general concepts and contextual applications gain meaning. I always tell my students ” Welcome to the class of WHY! If we question our...
by Oscar DASS | Sep 2, 2021 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Secondary Maths
Welcome back and hello to our new grade 11 Math A&I students. The DP course on Applications and Interpretation is grounded in practical reality. Hence the emphasis on measurements and its practical application. There is a clear connection of using Maths to solve...
