New Maths Site to Try

Here is the link for a maths site that is similar to Mathletics. I would like you to be critical thinkers and
try it out then decide which one is more beneficial for your learning.
I will also put the link on the sidebar under your homework link.
You won't be able to access it until Monday as I have your passwords!
As always, if computers are a bit tricky at home, don't worry. You will get extra time at
school.
This is an Australian site that links directly to our Numeracy learning in NZ. There is lots
more information on the site for you and your parents to have a look at too.
http://www.smartkiddies.com.au

Mathletics Surprise

We are very excited in Rm 8 about... MATHLETICS! Everyone has shown enormous improvement in just 2 short weeks. I am really proud of all of you.

Because you have all worked so hard, we are allowed to stay on Mathletics and participate in the NZ Maths Week Challenge / Competition next week.

This is a fantastic opportunity and I will put a link to more information under maths on the sidebar.

We have some fantastic Mathletes in Rm 8 and I can't wait to see how they do when they compete against other students from around NZ.

Mathletics Update #3

Couldn't resist!!! Have you seen our points??? I am so proud of all of you. Everyone is showing such a huge commitment to their learning. I see this every day and that is why your learning is leaping ahead. Have a look at the points and add your comments.

Keep up the awesome effort - it will really pay off; as it is already.

Mathletics Update #2

Congratulations! 27 of you have your first certificate this week.

The first one is bronze. I wonder if anyone will reach a silver - or even

a gold certificate?? There are a wee few of you who are close to silver.

I have changed the levels on some of the live challenges to give you

more of a challenge. Remember, don't go for the easiest ones - give yourselves

a challenge. You are very capable students!

MATHLETICS TRIAL

Hi everyone

This post is where you will be able to add your comments and thoughts about Mathletics.

Remember to be critical thinkers. What are the advantages / disadvantages / benefits, etc of the programme as you explore it.

Focus on the impact on your learning. I will add my comments too - about whether it is useful for me as a teacher to monitor the teaching and learning process.

More Geodome Photos

GEOMETRY AND GEODOMES

I will add some of the photos you took of the learning process you went through to construct your geodome.

Add your comments about the process and also about the learning.

What was your maths thinking and learning during the process?

Remember to add your name to your comments so we know who you

are and can respond to your thoughts! :-)

Some of the photos are going on a little bit scrambled sorry team.

They may need more in-depth explanations!