Secondary Mathematics News
22nd February 2024
Once again, we have enjoyed the diverse range of topics we cover when following the various Cambridge curriculums for each key stage of the learning journey. For many students this is a term of Mock Examinations and preparing for the actual examinations they will take next term. The key to all Mathematics exams/tests/retrieval is to practise. This is key at all levels of your education when preparing yourself, never just read as that is passive and will not help you gain the speed, proficiency and accuracy required.
“Practice Questions
Training for a maths exam is a bit like training for a big running race – you can’t just read about the theory, you need to do as much practice as possible. This is why practising past papers is the number one tip for revising for a maths exam. Once you have done as many past exam questions as possible, then it is time to start doing text book questions, questions from online revision sites and questions from old homeworks.
You should never look at a question and say “I know how to do that, I won’t bother trying”. Firstly the question could have hidden features which you need to practise, and secondly, the more maths you do, the more agile your brain will be – ready for the day of the exam.”
Another top tip from the same source is
“Don’t ignore the things you can’t do
Some people play a dangerous game where they ignore certain topics, with the hope that they won’t come up in the exam. This is never a good idea, you need to make sure that you face up to your least favourite topics, seeking help for the areas which you are weakest at”
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Mrs Wood
Head of Mathematics
