LITERACY FOCUS Conjunctions Use conjunctions to add depth and detail to writing and spoken language. Using conjunctions means you will demonstrate higher order thinking skills. This means that you will receive higher marks … in all your subjects. REMEMBER YOU HAVE A LIST OF CONJUNCTIONS IN YOUR PLANNER WHICH YOU CAN USE IN ALL SUBJECTS.

LITERACY FOCUS CO-ORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS These join equal words, phrases or clauses in a sentence. For example: and, but, so, yet. SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS These make it clear that one phrase or clause is subordinate (less important) to the other. For example: after, although, until, when, because, unless.

LITERACY FOCUS COHESIVE CONJUNCTIONS These join sentences and paragraphs. They are like a path guiding a reader through your writing. For example: Firstly, secondly, however, later, meanwhile.

Command Words in Maths L.O. To know what the command words are asking me to do in a Maths exam.

Calculate - You are being asked to work out the answer. Look at the mathematical command e.g. + - x or ÷ and then complete the task.

Sum - Add up

Construct - This is telling you to draw accurately. Use your ruler, pencil, compass, protractor. Leave all the marks you make on your diagram.

Sketch - Draw roughly - Include key parts, use a ruler.

Expression - Algebra without an equals sign

Equation This is algebra with an equals sign.

Solve - Work out fully or find out what x is.

Estimate/Approximate -This means round the numbers up or down to the nearest whole number or decimal place and then work out the question.

Suitable degree of accuracy - Round to 1 or 2 decimal places or 3 significant figures

Expand - Here you have to multiply out the brackets of an equation.

Explain - Give reasons for your answer and always make sure that you show the working out.

Product - Multiply

Quadratics – A curve on a graph and squared in the equation y = -x 2

Minimum on a quadratic graph - The lowest point where the graph turns upwards.

Reciprocal - Divide the number into 1.

Standard Form - Answer must have a number between 1 and 10 multiplied by 10 to the power of something.

Express - Work Out (show)

Consecutive – Two numbers that follow each other.

Factorise - Put in brackets (what number/letter goes into each part) – This is the opposite of multiplying brackets

Rationalise - Multiply the top and bottom by the denominator

Standard of the Week Uniform 1)Coats – no hoodies or track suit tops. 2) No nail varnish/ polish

Year 11 Silent Revision Year 11 silent revision sessions will be held from 8:00-8:40 each morning in the LRC starting Monday 23rd March with Mrs Anderton.

Monday 27 April 2015

The basics to support you in Maths, other subjects that require you to be numerate, day to day life and future careers.

Monday 27 April 2015 Financial Importance Students with C and above, on average earn £150,000 more then those with a D Students with good maths skills earn, on average, £5000 per year more.

Monday 27 April 2015 You will have a wider choice of careers You will be more employable Employment Importance

Monday 27 April 2015 Maths is fundamental to life. The better you are at maths the easier Science, DT, ICT, and even some aspects of Geography, History and Music will be. Educational Importance

Monday 27 April 2015 Maths is used through out the world. If you travel, your maths and numeracy skills will be recognised anywhere, and will help you gain employment. Global Importance

Monday 27 April 2015 Maths will help train your brain to think more logically and help you solve problems effectively. Although sometimes difficult you will have a great sense of achievement. Personal Importance

Revision and Examination Techniques

Visual Learners Prefer to see how to do things 29% of us prefer to learn by storing images in our brains. Possible revision techniques: use pictures, mind maps, computers, diagrams, flowcharts, key words, posters, timelines Videos Mind maps. use colour and highlighters to help the brain remember. write information in bullet points or as key words on “post-its” – (they come in different colours). Careful layout of notes

Auditory Learners Learn by listening and speaking 34% of us prefer to learn by storing sounds in our brains. Possible revision techniques Talk over the work with someone else Tape notes and play them back Listen to music while revising – no words Repeat their work out loud in funny voices. Make up rhymes or raps about work. Get someone to ask you questions about the work.

Kinaesthetic Learners Learn by doing 37% of us prefer to learn by movement or touch. Possible revision techniques Key word cards put their notes on cards or “post-its” and sequence them (perhaps rank the cards in order of importance or make into sentences). walk between notes or “post-its” that are on the floor or on the walls. walk around while reading. stand up – stretch or exercise – at least every 20 minutes. draw pictures, mind maps – run a finger between the words on the map, say each one out loud. squeeze a sponge or stress release ball while working.

Career of the Week Clinical engineer Hours: 37.5 per week Starting salary: £25,000 + per year Clinical engineers design, develop and maintain the equipment used for diagnosing illness and treating patients. In this job you might work with technology to research disease. You might also work on the equipment used for keyhole surgery, or design wheelchairs or artificial limbs for people with disabilities. If you have an inventive mind and you like engineering, then this role could be right for you. You will need excellent technical knowledge and also good communication skills to work with patients and understand their needs. To get into this job you will need a relevant degree in physics or engineering. To work in the NHS, you will then need to apply for the postgraduate NHS Scientist Training Programme. This is a three-year work based training programme.

Career of the Week Work activities Clinical engineers may also be known as biomedical engineers or bio- engineers. As an engineer working in this field your work would involve: * testing equipment, such as walking aids, wheelchairs and speech synthesizers (known as assistive technologies) * developing artificial limbs that attach to the patient's own tissue, giving them greater control * making artificial joints, heart valves and hearing implants from new materials to lessen the chance of rejection by the patient’s body * designing equipment that allows doctors to try new medical techniques, for example, optical instruments for keyhole surgery * day-to-day management of medical equipment, such as scanners, imaging machines and monitoring systems * carrying out quality assurance checks to ensure all equipment is working correctly and safely. You would work closely with other medical professionals, technical staff and patients.

Career of the Week Entry requirements To work as a clinical engineer, you would need a degree with a pass at 2:1 or higher. The degree should be accredited by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). Relevant subjects include: * electrical engineering * electronic engineering * mechanical engineering * biomedical science/engineering * physics. To do a science-based degree course, you will usually need: * five GCSEs (A-C) including English language, maths and at least two sciences * three A levels, including maths and physics. Check exact entry requirements with course providers as other qualifications may be accepted. Once you have your degree, you can: * apply for jobs in the private sector and work your way towards becoming a chartered engineer work as a clinical engineer in the NHS, by taking a specialist training course called the Scientist Training Programme (STP). If you would like any more information about this job profile or any in the series please see Mrs D Hancock or Mrs K Wilcock in the Careers department or visit