Maths Skills for GCSE OCR Biology A
Essential grounding in the key maths skills for GCSE OCR Biology A. Builds confidence and proficiency in mathematical manipulation for relevant real-life contexts.
- Arithmetic and numerical computation
- Handling data
- Algebra
- Graphs
- Geometry and trigonometry
For each skill:
- Clear and concise overview reminds students when to apply the skill.
- Step-by-step worked examples show students how to apply the skill.
- Practice questions, including exam-style Biology questions. All supporting information provided, so students can hone their maths even before learning the topic!
- Full answers for easy marking; students can see where they went wrong and learn from their mistakes.
Allows you to focus on teaching the Biology rather than revising the maths. Includes two diagnostic tests to identify areas of understanding and weaknesses at the start and end of the course.
Ideal to use at any time during the course – including for homework or cover lessons!
Particularly recommended for:
- Start-of-course preparation
- Holiday study
- Brushing up at revision time
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What do teachers say about this resource? (12012, 12013, 12014, 12015, 12016)
Perfectly matches the maths content in Biology of Combined Science and is comprehensive. Easy to understand, with worked examples (solutions) that would help EAL students. Excellent layout. The diagnostic test (starting point) is excellent; results from this can be used to make an individual learning plan for learners to improve a particular aspect of maths. Furthermore, it can be used for independent study, as suggested in the teachers' instructions. This is a good quality resource.
Potentially can be used as transition to AS Biology.
I like how it tells you what buttons to enter into a calculator. I also appreciate stating standard form is the same as standard index- as a teacher I would have assumed learners would know this but the author has made no assumptions and had really broken down each concept. The appropriate use of bold font and simple language makes it very student friendly.