First Level Numeracy and Mathematics

Activities, tasks, games, problems and examples used within mathematics should reflect the multicultural nature of Scottish society without enhancing stereotypes. Representations of people engaged in mathematics should always reflect a broad range of people from different backgrounds.

First Level

 

Experiences and Outcomes Possible activities
I have discussed the important part that numbers play in the world and explored a variety of systems that have been used by civilisations throughout history to record numbers. MTH 1-12a Investigate some of the following:

  • Egyptian Number System
  • Mayan Number System
  • Greek Number System
  • Roman Numerals
  • Arabic numerals

This could be completed as a part of a wider research project investigating the differences in cultures in the past and the present.