Math Games

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.

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.

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

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.

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.