MathsClass is about teaching and learning in a maths classroom.When I first started this blog (2007), my intention was to write about using technology in the maths classroom. However, using technology in the classroom wasn't as easy as I thought it would be. This blog shifted focus to being more generally about teaching in the maths classroom.This site will be a place for gathering ideas, sharing what works and listening to the experiences of others (i.e. you, feel free to comment).
Mathematical Moments are 8.5" x 11" pdfs, available on many different topics in science, nature,technology, and human culture. Some have been translated into other languages, and some feature podcast interviews withexperts in the field. Use the pulldown lists below to select the Mathematical Moment you're looking for.
Plus magazine opens a door to the world of maths, with all its beauty and applications, by providing articles from the top mathematicians and science writers on topics as diverse as art, medicine, cosmology and sport. You can read the latest mathematical news on the site every week, subscribe to our fortnightly email newsletter, read our online magazine published four times a year, and browse our archive containing all past issues and news items.
This large section lists free presentations for everything from counting to trig including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, integers, positives and negatives, factors & primes, charts and graphs, probability, estimates, percentages, measurement, problem solving, patterns, tessellations, magic squares, square roots, algebra, geometry and more.
This is the main page of free teaching materials created with GeoGebra. The structure here is close to the US school system, but we also have an overview page for UK schools.
doing the best you can in maths keeps open lots of the careers you are interested in
everyday life is full of maths:
planning a trip,
budgeting to buy a car or leave home,
being an informed voter,
sports,
hobbies etc...
The youcandomaths campaign encourages all young people and their families to appreciate the important role mathematics plays in many careers and everyday life.
And it is not only useful; mathematics is interesting and enjoyable. I hope you find this website informative and encouraging because You Can Do Maths!"