30 Calculator Lessons for Key Stage 3	ISBN 0-9541020-0-2
Edited by Barrie Galpin and Alan Graham	PHOTOCOPIABLE

Recently, the DfEE in England and Wales published the Key Stage 3 National Strategy, Framework for teaching mathematics: Years 7, 8 and 9. Central to the Framework is the appropriate use of technology, particularly graphics calculators. This book provides 30 lesson plans, each consisting of a page of teacher notes and one or more student handouts. These were written specifically for the Texas Instruments TI-83 or TI-83 Plus calculators but are also totally compatible with the new TI-84 machines. The teacher notes reflect the lesson structure suggested in the Framework: Starter -- Main activity -- Plenary session. Also in the teacher notes is a section containing all the information needed to link the lesson to the National Strategy Framework document.

Who wrote the book?

The following teachers contributed material and ideas which have been used in this book.

Alison Clark-Jeavons: Andy Eaton: Alan Foster: Barrie Galpin: Alan Graham: Jenny Orton: Nicola Page: Jaiwant Timotheus:

Mathematics Centre, University College Chichester Broadland High School, Norfolk Davison C. E. High School for Girls, Worthing A+B Books Centre for Mathematics Education, Open University Thetford Education Action Zone, Norfolk Ravens Wood School, Bromley Holly Lodge High School, Smethwick

What calculator skills are needed?

The lesson outlines assume a very basic level of competence with the calculator, particularly for the teacher. In every lesson there is reference to the teacher using a viewscreen calculator as a sort of electronic blackboard for full-class teaching. Teachers who are not confident users of the calculator will find that a copy of Calculator Maths: Foundations plus will help them acquire all the basic calculator skills that they will need for these 30 lessons. The other books in the Calculator Maths series are also a useful complement to this one, with lots more activities for use at Key Stages 3 and 4.

What topics are covered in the lessons? Click here to see the contents of the book. How much does it cost? 30 Calculator Lessons costs £30 - but is freely photocopiable within school. Post and packing is £1.50. What size is the book? The book is A4 size and contains 98 pages. Has the book been favourably reviewed? Yes! Click here to see a review published in "Maths in School" .

How can I obtain a copy?

You can order by phone, email or post. Click here for details.

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