Transformations for 10
Explore the properties of matrix transformations with these 10 questions.
Explore the properties of matrix transformations with these 10 questions.
Given a set of points (x,y) with distinct x values, find a polynomial that goes through all of them, then prove some results about the existence and uniqueness of these polynomials.
This video of Charlie and Liz solving a 6 by 6 Mathdoku may give you ideas for strategies to try.
Proof does have a place in Primary mathematics classrooms, we just need to be clear about what we mean by proof at this level.
This article introduces the idea of generic proof for younger children and illustrates how one example can offer a proof of a general result through unpacking its underlying structure.
In this article for primary teachers we consider in depth when we might reason which helps us understand what reasoning 'looks like'.
This article for primary teachers suggests ways in which we can help learners move from being novice reasoners to expert reasoners.