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Introduction to Number for GCSE(9-1)/IGCSE Mathematics
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Introduction to Number for GCSE(9-1)/IGCSE Mathematics

Understand types of numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages for GCSE and IGCSE Maths
Created byMichael Siva
Last updated 11/2018
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What you'll learn

  • Identify the different types of numbers
  • How to add/subtract/multiply and divide fractions
  • Convert fractions into decimals
  • Convert decimals(both recurring and non-recurring) into fractions
  • Multiply and divide decimals with ease
  • Change percentage of something into an amount
  • Work out the original price of something given price after discount
  • Calculate percentage increase or decrease

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Course content

2 sections • 12 lectures • 1h 11m total length

  • Course Overview2:13

    Master the number portion of the GCSE syllabus by learning types of numbers, basic arithmetic operations, fractions, decimals, and percentages, with a problem-focused approach to real-world examples and exam questions.

  • Number Types4:34

    Explore base 10 numbers and essential number types—natural, integers, primes, even and odd numbers, rational and irrational, real numbers, as well as decimal, cube, and triangle numbers.

  • Quiz - Number Types
  • Basic Operations - Addition4:45

    Master basic addition techniques for GCSE/IGCSE math with the traditional method, partitioning into hundreds tens units, and mental strategies for fast, accurate work in non-calculator contexts.

  • Basic Operations - Subtraction5:01

    Master subtraction techniques for GCSE/IGCSE math, including the traditional column method with borrowing, a partition approach for large numbers, and mental strategies to speed up exam work.

  • Basic Operations - Multiplication7:41

    Master basic multiplication by practicing long multiplication and mental techniques, learning traditional column methods, the carry rule, and the split-number alternative method with practical examples.

  • Basic Operations - Division8:52

    Explore division techniques, including long division and the bus stop method. Build mental strategies for quick, calculator-free calculations in GCSE mathematics.

  • Fractions10:11

    Explore fractions, including proper and improper, mixed numbers, converting between forms and decimals, and the operations of adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and canceling to simplify fractions.

  • Quiz - Fractions
  • Decimals11:30

    Explore the properties of decimals, convert fractions to decimals and back, and master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of non-recurring and recurring decimals through concrete examples and tips.

  • Quiz - Decimals
  • Percentages6:02

    Learn how percentages express parts of a whole and how to calculate them via part over total times a hundred, including increases, decreases, and discounts.

  • Quiz - Percentages
  • Exam Style Question Review10:25

    Develop exam technique for GCSE/IGCSE mathematics by practicing exam-style questions on fractions, percentages, decimals, interest, and word problems with quick, step-by-step approaches.

  • End of Course Test
  • Course Summary0:31

    Conclude the introductory course on number for GCSE, inviting questions via the UDMA messaging system. Look out for future courses and good luck with your studies.

Requirements

  • Completed Key Stage 3/Year 9 Maths
  • Be comfortable with basic arithmetic

Description

A good understanding of the Number part of the GCSE/IGCSE syllabus is key to getting a good grade in these exams.  Even though its a significant part of the exam and a foundation for other parts of the syllabus sometimes students struggle with it. Hopefully after taking this free introductory course some of those struggles will be a thing of the past

 This course will teach you how to

  • Recognise the different types of Number
  • Handle fractions with ease
  • Convert between fractions, decimals and percentages
  • Apply percentage increase and decrease
  • Tackle GCSE/IGCSE level exam problems in Fractions, Decimals and Percentages

Who this course is for:

  • Students studying GCSE or IGCSE Mathematics
  • People who want to improve their understanding of fractions, decimals or percentages

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