Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology Module Information

Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Module Aims The aim of this learning session is to enhance mathematical literacy in mental and written communication to solve various problems in everyday life. Scientific literacy is also introduced to explain the natural world, in comparison to technology which is used to alter/change the natural environment based on human needs/ wants.

Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Module Objectives A general objective is to improve mathematical literacy, scientific literacy and knowledge of technology. More specifically the objectives of the module are: –Develop understanding of numbers –Improve computation methods (addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division) –Understand percentages and ratios –Understand graphs, Formulas and Statistics –Familiarise with Geometry and Algebra –Understand the meaning of science and technology and the difference between them. –Understand the relationship of technology and society as well as technology and culture. –Understand the relationship between technology and the environment

Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Module Structure Lesson 1: Mathematical literacy Introduction –Definition Computation methods –Addition and Subtraction examples glossary –Multiplication and division Multiplication –Times Tables grid –Multiplication methods and tips Division Multiplication and Division glossary Algebra –Symbols

Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Module Structure Percentages –Methods and examples Ratios –method and examples Percent Ratios Mathematical Presentation –Graphs –Formulas –Statistics Geometry –Point –Line –Angle –Pythagorean Theorem

Mathematical literacy and basic competences in science and technology This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This [publication] communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Module Structure Lesson 2: Science and technology Scientific Literacy –Definition Technology –Definition –Advantages and disadvantages –History of Technology –Types of technology Science vs Technology Relationships –Technology and society –Technology and Culture –Technology and Environment