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1 NUMERACY 1

2 Today we will be looking at... Definition of Numeracy Implications of low levels Base 7 Exercise Good Numeracy practice guidelines Language of Numeracy Tutor’s Toolbox Online Resources and Worksheets 2

3 Numeracy Wake Up Call How many times in the story are numbers referred to? 3

4 NALA’s Definition of Literacy Literacy involves listening and speaking, reading, writing, numeracy and using everyday technology to communication and handle information... it also has personal, social and economic dimensions. Literacy increases the opportunity for individuals and communities to reflect on their situation, explore new possibilities and initiate change. NALA Strategic Plan 2007 -2010 4

5 What is Numeracy? 5

6 NALA’S Definition of Numeracy Numeracy is a life skill that involves the competent use of mathematical language, knowledge and skills. Numerate adults have the confidence to manage the mathematical demands of real-life situations such as everyday living, work related settings and in further education, so that effective choices are made in our evolving technological and knowledge based society. 6

7 Implications of Low Levels of Numeracy Civic Participation fully as a citizen Voting Understand government documents Recreational Participation in leisure activities such as sports, quizzes, puzzles 7

8 Implications of Low Levels of Numeracy Professional Decreased job & training opportunities. Practical Making informed decisions e.g. Finances Budgeting Interest rates PRSI & pension contributions 8

9 A numerate person has... A number sense. The ability to quantify and estimate. Skills in measuring. Usable knowledge of the basic facts. The ability to select the appropriate operation to find a solution. The ability to use a calculator. A money-wise sense (Frye 1982) 9

10 Base 7 Exercise How did it make you feel? What helped? 10

11 Good Numeracy Practice Guidelines Make it fun!! Use real life examples where possible. e.g. Pizza for fractions, money for decimals, menus for adding. Boost confidence by providing opportunities for success Connect lessons to everyday life. Discuss different ways of tackling the same problem. 11

12 Good Numeracy Practice Guidelines Look at patterns. Use estimation and show students how to check their work. Introduce mathematical language. Strive to teach for understanding How we get there is as important 12

13 Maths has its own Language! x-+- = Vocabulary for maths terms need to be well defined. 13

14 Using Mathematical Signs 48 is the answer. Find the question 14

15 15 Using Your Maths Eyes!

16 Numeracy Tutor’s Toolbox! NewspapersMaps MenusCatalogues ReceiptsBasic Calculators Measuring JugsPack of Cards Metre tape measuresSudoku RulersCoins and Notes ThermometersPay Slips Weighing ScalesDigital Camera CompassClock Take photos of numbers in nature. 16

17 Online Resources www.writeon.ie www.literacytools.ie www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise www.skillsworkshop.org www.southdublinlibraries.ie/podcast www.woodlands- junior.kent.sch.uk/maths www.woodlands- junior.kent.sch.uk/maths www.haveyougotmathseyes.com 17

18 Remember! Have fun. 18

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