by Ferdi ATESIN | Sep 19, 2024 | Grade 10, Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
In the IB MYP Mathematics curriculum, formative and summative assessments serve distinct purposes in evaluating student learning. Here’s a breakdown of the differences and key ideas behind each type of assessment: Formative assessments are ongoing checks for...
by Ferdi ATESIN | Sep 12, 2024 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Maths
Key learning points Division can be inputted using different calculator buttons. A calculator can produce an error if not programmed correctly. A calculator reads the input in a specific way, brackets can help with this. Common misconception Students often forget to...
by Ferdi ATESIN | Sep 5, 2024 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Maths
Mnemonics are the study of techniques for remembering anything more easily Students can use mnemonics to remember lists, operations, or terminology. Mnemonic acronyms allow pupils to quickly recall sequences or significant highlights of information by using the...
by Ferdi ATESIN | Aug 29, 2024 | Grade 10, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
Back to school time can be such an exciting time! What we have done at the first week so far: Set clear expectations for engaging in problem solving and discourse Used progressions to bridge last year’s content with this year’s content Gathered...
by Duncan MAKORI | Aug 29, 2024 | Front Page, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Maths, Secondary Science, The Grades
Wishing the grade 7 students all the best as you embark on your MYP Science and Math adventure! Embrace the excitement and challenges ahead with curiosity and an open mind. Remember, mistakes are part of the learning process, so don’t be afraid to take risks...
by Ferdi ATESIN | Jun 13, 2024 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Maths
British mathematician E.C. Titchmarsh: “If we can know, it surely would be intolerable not to know.” It took hundreds of thousands of computers and several years of work, but they got it. “They” are the participants in the Great Internet...
