Year 9 Edge Hill Maths Challenge

Year 9, set 1 have taken part in stage 1 of the Edge Hill University Mathematics Challenge. This is an annual competition organised by the Faculty of Arts and Sciences that provides students the opportunity to tackle engaging mathematical activities while developing teamwork and communication skills.

This competition is designed specifically for Year 9. The students work in teams, of 3-5 students Each team presents their solutions to one of two questions. Solutions have been presented in an interesting and creative way, as per the brief.

The problems presented in each stage of the competition are very different from the Mathematical work associated with Key Stage 3 and 4 mathematics and examinations.

The Challenge aims to:

• immerse pupils in mathematics whilst making the subject fun

• develop their passion to mathematics as a subject

• promote a positive image of mathematics

• promote problem solving skills

• encourage group work

• develop presentational verbal and written skills

• encourage pupils and schools to think about ways of integrating ICT within mathematics

• explore alternative ways of solving problems.

All 5 teams that were entered are now through to round 2 of the challenge and are faced with a different challenge; this time needing some complex computing skills.

Well done to all the students that have participated and we look forward to seeing how you get on in round two.

Mrs Phillips

The Mathematics Department

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