How to Use This Book Welcome to Max Maths !
Positivity towards mathematics – the activities provide opportunities to explore mathematics through pattern, reasoning and in meaningful contexts. While developing proficiency, students experience an enjoyment in mathematics, and an appreciation of the beauty and power woven into its fabric. Max Maths is designed specifically to support the new OECS Learning Standards for Mathematics, and to provide regular engagement in all important mathematical processes. Look out for the icons that show: problem solving
The philosophy behind the design of Max Maths is to develop confident , curious , resourceful and proficient mathematicians. The Max Maths approach comprises a comprehensive set of resources that provide: Rich mathematical experiences – each activity uses a Concrete-Pictorial- Abstract (CPA) approach to enrich learning, and develop a visual and physical intuition for mathematical concepts. This means that abstract concepts and calculations are supported with visual representations and concrete materials such as cubes or counters to bring the mathematics to life through practical activities and visual prompts for discussion and understanding. Depth of understanding – the activities use a range of questioning techniques to enable students to develop skill and accuracy alongside a deep mathematical understanding of the concepts. Each year is organised to provide progression over time, with each revisit digging deeper into the skills and mathematical thinking.
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mathematical process are built into the main activities in the Student’s Books and are clearly signposted within the challenges provided in the Teacher’s Guides.
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