Adult Numeracy, Functional Maths, and GCSE Resources

A set of two detailed lesson plans and sample differentiated active learning plans written for construction students but suitable for any L1-2 FM students. Mapped to the FM criteria.

A short but very effective PPT that uses animation to show how digits are moved to the right/left in a place value chart when multiplying /dividing by 10 and 100. Covers decimals and whole numbers.

A challenging project where students must research, plan and cost a luxury garden. Includes scale diagrams, money, and shape and space problems (paving slabs). Extension options cover percentages and averages. Great for horticulture students or anyone with an interest in gardening.
Also ideal for L1-2 Functional Maths.
The project also involves web investigation (costs of garden materials) and writing a covering letter (selling the finished garden design) and therefore also covers Functional ICT and Functional English.

A great set of resources for all levels from E1-L2. Includes information and worksheets, card / matching games and an IT drawing exercise.
Functional skills mapping and minor corrections made – August 2011.

A fascinating way of tackling this often difficult-to-grasp skill. Very clever! More and more students seem to be using this method which requires multiplication and addition/subtraction.

A web research project that covers money and general reading / research / writing skills. You must plan a trip for 15 pre-school children.

A a wonderful way to get across the importance of reading questions carefully. Cleverly combines 6 typical, misunderstood L1/2 multiple choice questions with related optical illusions. Makes a great introduction to a revision session.

Estimating and measuring weight & capacity is a useful ICT based online supermarket exercise.

A straightforward PPT that takes the learner step by step through ‘long subtraction’.

A great way show any Skills for Life learner how to play this popular puzzle and makes a good warm up activity. Use to provoke general discussion on logic-steps and how puzzles help to sharpen the mind and increase brain activity!