Real World MathsConstructing an Observation Deck

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AuthorsMr. Alexander Forrest, The Gordon Schools, Huntly, Aberdeenshire

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Description This mathematical modeling exercise simulates the planning and costing involved in the building of an actual garden construction. The pupils work through the exercise, applying mathematical skills learnt through Standard Grade to a real life scenario.

Learning Areas SQA Standard Grade : General Course

Levels14– 16 years old Secondary 3 / 4

Raising attainment, motivation, AiFL, ACfE

Cross – curriculur activities

Number & Money, Measure & Shape , Relationships

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Project Overview

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To focus revision, raise attainment, improve motivation and enhance the understanding of the relevance of school mathematics in the real world.

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Real World MathsConstructing an Observation Deck

Teacher Planning and Management

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Background & Planning: A picture of the origin and objectives of the learning project, including the manner in which the project was planned and managed.

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Background and Planning

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Real World MathsConstructing an Observation Deck

Teaching Resources

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Student Project Overview: An overview of required tasks

•Complete the project “ Constructing an Observation deck”.

•List the mathematical topics which appear in the project.

•Reflect upon the project.

DocumentsConstructing an observation deck

Real World MathsConstructing an Observation Deck

Assessment and Standards

Mapping the Standards: Mapping this project’s learning objectives against SQA curriculum standards.

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StandardsStandard Grade Arrangements

Real World MathsConstructing an Observation Deck

Teacher and School Information

The Gordon Schools provides comprehensive education to approximately 900 pupils aged 11 to 18 years from communities in and around the town of Huntly in the north east of Scotland.