Spreadsheets lesson 2
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This document provides instruction for a mathematics lesson on using formulas. It defines what a formula is and gives examples of common mathematical symbols used in formulas. Students are asked to complete a task identifying these symbols and are then instructed to log into an online program to complete a worksheet applying mathematical formulas.
Spreadsheets lesson 2
- 1. Task on Entry Read my comments and answer my question using a purple pen When you have answered the question appropriately log in to Frog and go to Lesson 2 to attempt the crossword
- 3. By the end of the lesson you will… ⦿ Objective › Understand how to use appropriate ‘formulae’ Recognise the need for a formula Identify key elements of a formula Use four main operators in a formula
- 4. Quick Task ⦿Think about your Mathematics or Science lessons; give a definition of what a formula is and why they are used. 2 mins
- 6. Definition 1.A mathematical relationship or rule expressed in symbols. 1.A method or procedure for achieving something.
- 7. Quick Task Computers use mathematical symbols; what do these four symbols represent + - * /
- 8. Quick Task Computers use mathematical symbols, what do these four symbols represent + Addition - Subtraction * Multiplication / Division
- 9. Quick Task Computers need to be told to do something, look across the top row of the keyboard, which symbol do you think tells the computer you are going to do a formula? 10 seconds
- 10. All Formulas Need A... =
- 12. Computer Task 1. Log in to Frog 2. Access the ‘Spreadsheet’ Site 3. Access ‘Lesson 2’ 4. Download and attempt the ‘The Gold Mine’
- 13. One Versus All
- 14. Progression What Why How 1. What have I learnt? 2. What do I know now that I didn't before? 3. What new skills have I gained? 4. What would I like to learn? 1. Why have I learnt it? 2. What is the point? 3. What are the real world applications? 4. How will this help me in future life/lessons? 1. How have I learnt this? 2. What made it easier to learn? 3. What will I do to remember this learning? 4. What did I do to overcome any difficulties? Choose a question to answer from each column. You cannot answer the same numbered question across different columns.