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Numeracy
Rating: 4.5 out of 5(17 ratings)
932 students

Numeracy

Basic Mathematics preparation
Created bySusan Traut Allin
Last updated 11/2022
English

What you'll learn

  • Basic numeracy

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Course content

2 sections • 10 lectures • 35m total length

  • History of the numerical system2:19

    Explore the history of the numerical system and the enduring use of Roman numerals. Access a printable sheet with Roman numerals and values to support research and reference tasks.

  • Numbers and their classifications1:03

    Explore the basic terminology of mathematics and the classifications of numbers, including complex numbers and the concept i = sqrt(-1), with printable reference sheets.

  • Basic order of operations3:19

    I have added a worksheet and answers on substitution into expressions, even though there is no lesson material on it. The information is straightforward and should not be problematic. You know what to do if you do not understand. :)

  • Rounding off and fractions5:06

    Round numbers to the nearest ten or hundred using the five-up rule, and learn to add fractions by converting to the lowest common denominator with adjusted numerators and denominators.

  • Lowest common denominator2:07
  • Using calculators4:20

    If students wish to have a printable copy of these notes, please contact me.

  • Percentages1:13

    Master percentages with easy calculator shortcuts for quick on the move calculations, whether on paper or with a calculator, and ask questions during the live session on July 30.

Requirements

  • Understand basic operations

Description

This course introduces or reviews basic numeracy, which leads to the practical application in calculating VAT and interest, as well as the apportionment of damages in claims. Basic calculations, such as the order of operations, percentages, the different types of calculators (standard Windows and scientific) are explained. This continues on to practical applications in the legal/ business field, simple and compound interest and who is liable to pay VAT. Some lectures have practical worksheets attached, which are downloadable.

The lectures are short and to the point, and the lecturer is available for further information and advice.

This course was created especially for LLB students studying to pass their bar examinations to become advocates.

It is aimed at adults, for a specific purpose, as mentioned above, or for basic knowledge on some financial aspects of running a business. Entrepreneurs could also benefit from this course.

The course instructor is a teacher with more than thirty years' teaching experience. She currently runs a cottage school from home, as well as being a full-time artist and art curator.

Susan Allin graduated from Stellenbosch University in 1981. Besides raising four children, she has coached various sports, such as netball, tennis, and triple jump. She has left teaching to pursue other interests, such as running a backpackers' camp in Malawi, selling properties, owning a candle factory and managing a tutoring company.

All of this extra (useless) information had to be added in order to meet the publication requirement of 200 words....

Who this course is for:

  • Adult students preparing for professional or entrepreneurial practice

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