1. Functional Skills Level 1 Maths revision
May Kindly contributed by Charlotte Gustar, Northampton College.
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This PPT refers to City and Guilds Functional Skills assessment but most aspects are applicable to all awarding bodies.
One of a set of three. Equivalent PPTs for L1 Functional English and L1 Functional ICT are also available.
May Kindly contributed to by Charlotte Gustar, Northampton College
Curriculum links
This PPT covers many aspects of Level 1 Functional Maths. Please refer to the resource description page on skillsworkshop.org for detailed curriculum links and related resources.

2. Functional Skills Maths
May Kindly contributed to by Charlotte Gustar, Northampton College

3. Domestics
Please ensure all bags are kept under the table and walkways are kept clear
Please keep all food and drink away
Please keep mp3 players & mobile phones switched off

4. What do you see?
Warm up activity

5. What do you know? Today’s lesson will be revision for your maths exam.
Look at the following maths symbols and words, explain what they are, and give an example.
You have 5 minutes!

6. Definition and / or example
Maths
Definition and / or example −
Minus take one number from another e.g. 21-2= 19
or to show a negative number e.g. -4°C ÷
Divide work out how many times one number fits into another e.g. 8÷2=4 ×
Multiply times two numbers together e.g. 6x4=24 ⅓
One third. A fraction N/D Numerator & Denominator Part of a whole. ∙
Decimal point. Marks the boundary between whole numbers and part numbers. Part of a whole. E.g. 0.5 %
Percentage. A fraction out of 100. Part of a whole
E.g. 50% = 0.5 = 1/2
>
Greater than E.g. 24 > 22
<
Less than E.g. 22 < 24
mean
Average = add all the numbers together and divide by how many

7. Definition and / or example
Maths
Definition and / or example −
Minus take one number from another e.g. 21-2= 19
or to show a negative number e.g. -4°C ÷
Divide work out how many times one number fits into another e.g. 8÷2=4 ×
Multiply times two numbers together e.g. 6x4=24 ⅓
One third. A fraction N/D Numerator & Denominator Part of a whole. ∙
Decimal point. Marks the boundary between whole numbers and part numbers. Part of a whole. E.g. 0.5 %
Percentage. A fraction out of 100. Part of a whole
E.g. 50% = 0.5 = 1/2
>
Greater than E.g. 24 > 22
<
Less than E.g. 22 < 24
mean
Average = add all the numbers together and divide by how many

8. Quick fire round What is 1444 – 965? Round 2512 to the nearest 1000.
What is the mean of these numbers? 
and the range? (Level 2: mode and median)
Which of the following fractions are equivalent to 1 ? 6

9. Quick fire round What is 1444 – 965? 479
Round 2512 to the nearest 1000.
3000
The mean and range (Level 2 - mode and median) of these numbers: 
mean = 40, range = 96, mode = 21, median = 21.5
Which of the following fractions are equivalent to 1 6

10. Top tips for the exam
The next couple of slides show common errors made in Functional Maths exams. Be sure not to fall into the same trap!
Make revision notes to help you!

11. Common error 1: Many students do not use a calculator
Impact = inaccurate work = wrong answer
Remedy = use a calculator!

12. Common error 2
Many do not set their work out systematically. This leads to difficulties in sequencing steps.
Impact = wrong answers = dropped marks
Remedy = answer questions in the set order. Be sure to look for links between questions.

13. Common error 3 Students do not use a ruler or label diagrams
Impact = dropped marks
Remedy = use a ruler to draw lines on squared paper. Neatness can be an issue in some cases.
Label diagrams in full.

14. Common error 4
Candidates often not familiar with mean, median, mode and range.
Impact = Wrong answer
Remedy = know which one to use

15. Averages Range =how far from biggest to smallest. Mean
Mode
= the most common number
Median
= the middle value
Range
=how far from biggest to smallest.
Mean
= total of the numbers divided by how many numbers.

16. Common error 4
When asked to check answers, students write: “checked with a calculator”
Impact = Wrong answer = no marks
Remedy = step by step sequencing to show the process is important. Make sure you physically write out any checks you do.

17. Level 1 Assessment Guidance Notes
Is it true that the assessment is in two parts?
NO.
The exam will take part in one session. It will last for 1 hour 30 minutes

18. What should I have with me for the exam?
The exam invigilator will provide the following:
the source documents
a pencil and eraser
a 30cm ruler
graph paper
Note
You may use a calculator
You may use a protractor
You may use a dictionary
You will need to bring:
College I.D
a pen with black or blue ink

19. How long before results are issued?
Results slips and certificates will be issued to centres within 42 working days.

20. General instructions
There are 3 tasks to complete. • Show your working out. • Check your calculations. • Remember to put units on your answers. • Write all working out and answers in the answer booklet not on the source documents. • There are additional pages at the back of this booklet if you run out of space.

21. Any questions?

22. Now use your task sheet (not included with this PPT)
The sheet outlines all the steps necessary to complete the task
It incorporates all aspects of skills learnt over the past weeks
Try to be as independent in the task as possible – but staff are here to help you if you need it
You have 20 minutes...

23. Task sheet 2 Mirror tiles (not included with this PPT)
There are 15 marks available for this task.
Overview of task
You want a new mirror made up of mirror tiles for your bathroom.
You have to work out how many tiles to buy and the total cost of the tiles.
You have up to £75 to spend.
Use the handouts provided to complete your answers.