Mathematics is truly all around us!

I have heard both students and parents say I’m not good at Maths. At SCA we believe everyone can find  love for learning about Mathematics, using Maths in their everyday lives, solving problems, finding those connections, and seeing the patterns. We have embarked on the journey of using an online program called Mathletics to support the continued development of knowledge, skills and understanding and also to consolidate and embed the teaching and learning. Teachers have received professional development in using the online program and the students will receive their QR codes and login details. Mathletics is proven to improve students’ motivation and performance due to its engaging and personal learning experiences. Each child will be given some tasks to complete and then the students have an opportunity to go ‘live.’ That means they can enjoy Mathematical challenges with students from all around world.

I’d like to introduce Eddie Woo, a Maths Teacher and his TedX Talk. In this illuminating talk, high school mathematics teacher and YouTube star Eddie Woo shares his passion for mathematics, declaring that "mathematics is a sense, just like sight and touch" and one we can all embrace. Using surprising examples of geometry, he encourages everyone to seek out the patterns around us, for "a whole new way to see the world". A high school teacher for more than 10 years, Eddie Woo gained international attention when he posted videos of his classroom lessons online, to assist an ill student. His YouTube channel, WooTube, has more than 200,000 subscribers and over 13 million views. Eddie believes that mathematics can be embraced and even enjoyed by absolutely everybody. He was named Australia's Local Hero and was a Top 10 Finalist in the Global Teacher Prize for his love of teaching mathematics. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

I hope you enjoy his TedX Talk.

Jo Reed

Assistant Principal