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Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | GO HIGHER MATHS | ||
Code | GOHI002 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr CG Jones Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences C.G.Jones2@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 3 FHEQ | Whole Session | 5 |
Aims |
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To provide key functional skills at foundation level mathematics and so satisfy the Maths requirement for entry to university first degree courses as well as act as a refresher course for those whose maths qualifications are of some years standing. |
Learning Outcomes |
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Use foundation level mathematical skills for academic purposes and in everyday life |
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Calculate, evaluate and present statistical data |
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Understand a range of basic mathematical concepts |
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Perform basic maths functions |
Syllabus |
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A typical syllabus for the module is as follows, although the precise order of delivery may change from time to time. · Order rational numbers
· Highest Common Factors (HCFs), Least Common Multiples(LCMs), prime numbers & prime factors
· Indices & powers, square roots
· Percentages & decimals
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· Use of calculator
2. Alge
bra:
· Understanding expressions: notation & symbols
· Manipulating & solving simple equations (linear inequalities and
expressions, understand n terms)
· Plot equations, simple co-ordinates, linear functions
3. Geometry:
· Properties of angles, lines, triangles, quadrilaterals
· Calculating angles
· Rotation & symmetry, congruence & similarity, scale
· Pythagoras’ theorem (2D & 3D shapes)
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· Perimeters, areas, diameter etc
4. Measures:
· Scaling up & down
· Converting measurements
· Estimating
· Speed, distance, bearings
5. Statistics & Probability:
· Handling statistics and data
· Bias
· Data collection and design
· Types of data
· Calculating mean, median, mode
· Interpretation and inference<
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Workshops - Interactive sessions to develop understanding of key topics Workshops take a variety of forms, normally starting with a demonstration of problems associated with the topic of the day, followed by small groups working through a series of similar examples, or individual work on a set of problems. Staff are on hand to help with difficulties or explain topics in more depth.The whole works towards completing a series of maths assessments and workbook. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
28 Interactive sessions to develop understanding of key topics |
28 | |||||
Timetable (if known) |
Workshops take a variety of forms, normally starting with a demonstration of problems associated with the topic of the day, followed by small groups working through a series of similar examples, or in
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Private Study | 22 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 50 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Unseen Written Exam | 90 | Semesters One | 50 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Examination 1 |
Unseen Written Exam | 90 | Semester 2 | 50 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Examination 2 Notes (applying to all assessments) Examination |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: Key text: Mapp, F., (2016) GCSE Maths Foundation in a Week (Letts GCSE 9-1 Revision Success).
London: Letts education Students are also directed to various useful Maths refresher and self-teaching resources freely available on the internet. |
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