Numeracy Resource 1

Calculation The four rules

Where to find

Click on the link below

www.rkl.org.uk/llu/user_standard_ex.asp

Click on the task: number droplet demo

Tutor skills needed

Practical calculation skills

Multiplication table

Learner skills needed

• Know the four rules

• Follow a link

• Co-ordination of mouse

Strengths

• Fun

• Some differentiation

• Simple to use

• Visually stimulating

• Good warmer exercise

Weaknesses

• Limited activity (no extension/variation)

• May prove difficult to see

• May make some learners dizzy

Numeracy Resource 2

Financial Literacy

Using an ATM

Where to find

• Click on the link below:

http://www.moneymatterstome.co.uk/Interactive-Workshops/ATM.htm

• Follow the on screen instructions to carry out the activity

Tutor skills needed

• Jargon bust - ATM, PIN etc

• Set lesson in context of personal financial management

Learner skills needed

• Be able to use the mouse

• Number recognition skills

Strengths

• Good enlargement facility

• Visual accurate

• Practical activity

Weaknesses

• Limited activity

• Only useful for low entry level