Key Stage 3301 Skills
MATHEMATICS AND NUMERACY: Mathematics with Financial Capability

KS3.MFC.1

Developing pupils as Individuals - Investigate a personal and class lifestyle study of time. - Work collaboratively in problem solving, taking account of others' viewpoints to reach consensus. - Demonstrate an ability and willingness to develop logical arguments.

KS3.MFC.2

Developing pupils as Contributors to Society - Analyse and interpret information patterns relating to local and global trends. - Critically examine the use and misuse of mathematics to justify/support particular attitudes/opinions in different media, and the interpretation of data.

KS3.MFC.3

Developing pupils as Contributors to the Economy and the Environment - Examine the role of mathematics as a "key" to entry for future education, training and employment. - Explore how the skills developed through mathematics will be useful to a range of careers. - Apply mathematical skills in everyday financial planning and decision making

KS3.MFC.A

Learning Outcomes - The Learning Outcomes require the demonstration of skills and application of knowledge and understanding of Mathematics. •Pupils should be able to: - demonstrate mental mathematical capability with simple problems; - decide on the appropriate method and equipment to solve problems–mental, written, calculator, mathematical instruments or a combination of these; - demonstrate financial capability in a range of relevant everyday contexts; - research and manage information effectively to investigate and solve mathematical problems, using ICT where appropriate; - show deeper mathematical understanding by thinking critically and flexibly, solving problems and making informed decisions, using ICT where appropriate; - demonstrate creativity and initiative when developing ideas and following them through; - work effectively with others; - demonstrate self management by working systematically, persisting with tasks, evaluating and improving own performance; - communicate effectively in oral, visual, written, mathematical and ICT formats, showing clear awareness of audience and purpose.

KS3.MFC.K

Developing pupils' Knowledge, Understanding and Skills - knowledge and understanding of Number, Algebra, Shape, Space and Measures, and Handling Data; - knowledge and understanding of personal finance issues; and skills to enable competent and responsible financial decision making; - the application of mathematical skills to real life and work situations; - the creative use of technology to enhance mathematical understanding; - by demonstrating: •creative thinking in their approach to solving mathematical problems; •increasing competence in mental mathematics skills; •increasing competence in pencil and paper methods; •increasing confidence in the use of mathematical language and notation; •practical skills using technology.