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February 2013
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Now available online: Exploring Trigonometric Graphs (LCHL)
This resource gives Senior Cycle Students practice;
. in recognising trigonometrical graphs from their equations
. in sketching trigonometrical graphs
. in the period and range of trigonometrical graphs.
Throughout it offers suggestions and materials on how to engage
students in group work and whole group discussion. Visit
www.projectmaths.ie for more information, or alternatively,
click here for direct access.
Interactive Teaching & Learning Plans
The majority of Teaching & Learning Plans on www.projectmaths.ie are
now interactive. This means they are available in two formats.
1. As a PDF for photocopying/handouts or using with visualiser
2. As an interactive PowerPoint presentation
Simply click on the file in the relevant section of our website to view.
We have also developed a short video (6 mins approx) to enable
teachers to make the most of this unique and valuable resource.
Modular Course 4: Problem Solving & Financial Maths
The Project Maths Development Team, is pleased to offer this modular
course on Problem Solving & Financial Maths.
The course will focus on new elements of the syllabus, methodology
and provide student centered activities.
The course will cover topics from Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate syllabus.
Modules (4 x 2.5 hours each)
1. Introduction to Problem Solving
2. Integrating Problem Solving throughout the syllabus
3.Financial Maths
4. Further exploration of Financial Maths & Geometric Sequences & Series.
All attendance will be certified.
View, dates, venues and availability
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GeoGebra Tutorials
www.projectmaths.ie has new tab, called GeoGebra/ICT. There are numerous
GeoGebra and ICT resources to be found here, including GeoGebra tutorials,
which will be updated regularly. The tutorial this month deals with how to use
the "Function Inspector", an excellent resource for teachers of Leaving Certificate
Students.
To view our newest resource, click here for direct access.
Engineers Week7
Have you got involved Engineers Week yet?
This year's annual celebration of all things engineering-related takes place from
25th February to 3rd March.
There's a host of events and activities to get involved in, with something to suit everyone,
and the chance for your school to win a prize. Visit www.engineersweek.ie
for more fun details!
