Confident Numeracy

Program Overview

The "Confident Numeracy" course is a 6-week online program designed to enhance mathematical skills and confidence. Catered towards individuals entering university, transitioning within higher education, or pursuing professional courses, it covers topics such as basic arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and trigonometry. The program includes online quizzes and a portfolio submission for assessment.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course Content:
• Basic arithmetic operations
• Calculators (How to use)
• Factors and prime numbers
• Powers
• Exponentials and Logarithms
• Ratios and percentages
• Fractions
• Statistics
• Graphs
• Algebra
• Trigonometry
• Structure: The course is structured as a short course lasting 6 weeks.
• Course Schedule:
• Course 1: 19th February 2024
• Course 2: 10th June 2024

Assessment:

• Assessment one: Online Quiz (10% weighting)
• Assessment two: Portfolio (90% Weighting)

Other:

• Course Purpose: This course is designed to enable you to increase your confidence in using math… whether you are returning to study after a period away, just about to start at university or thinking about taking a professional or part-time course.
• Target Audience:
• Anyone who wants to develop their confidence in handling mathematical skills
• Individuals starting University in September (regardless of University)
• Students transitioning between level 3 and 4 of university study
• Those thinking about starting a part-time or professional course but are unsure due to current low qualifications
• Anyone who has already applied to University but needs to increase their entry grades
• Course Availability: Booking for this course closes a week before the course start date.
• Course Location: Online
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