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Polynomial Division 4In order to simplify certain sorts of algebraic fraction we need a process known as polynomial division. This unit describes this process.
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Predicting Performance of first year engineering students and the importance of assessment tools thereinThis research paper by Lee, Harrison, Pell and Robinson presents statistical regression models which aim to predict overall first year mechanical engineering students' performance. Data was collected on overall first year mark against 14 variables. The regression models produced showed the positive effect of almost one grade boundary of students visiting the mathematics learning support centre.
The paper is published in Engineering Education, 2008, 3(1), 44-51. DOI: 10.11120/ened.2008.03010044
Predicting Performance of first year engineering students and the importance of assessment tools therein.This research paper by LEE, HARRISON, PELL and ROBINSON presents statistical regression models which aim to predict overall first year mechanical engineering students' performance. Data was collected on overall first year mark against 14 variables. The regression models produced showed the positive effect of almost one grade boundary of students visiting the mathematics learning support centre.
The paper is published in Engineering Education Vol.3 Issue 1.
Preparing students for university mathematics through a maths readiness workshopFirst year science students often lack confidence at the start of their course regarding their mathematical skills. A maths
readiness workshop has been designed at Monash University Gippsland campus to give students confidence in their
mathematical ability prior to the beginning of semester. It also helps students to identify very early if they should opt in to the
various maths support programs offered at the campus. The workshop has been designed in conjunction with first year coordinators
to specifically target mathematical content relevant to first year biology and chemistry including rearranging formulae,
logarithms and exponentials, and physical quantities and their units. Students self-select into the workshop based on a short
presentation during O-week activities. Results of student evaluations and reflections of the facilitators will be presented.
Barbie C. Panther, Samantha Black, Jo-ann Larkins (2013) Preparing students for university mathematics through a maths readiness workshop. Proceedings of the Australian Conference on Science and Mathematics Education, Australian National University, Sept 19th to Sept 21st, 2013, page 57, ISBN Number 978-0-9871834-2-2.
Process Systems Engineering - A Course in Computing and Numerical Methods for Second Year Chemical EngineersWe describe a course aimed at providing chemical engineering students with an understanding of the fundamental classes of equations which occur in chemical engineering, the mathematical basis of their numerical solution methods and the basic methods of implementing these in a high level computing language. The course thus integrates elements of both conceptual and practical mathematics and computing.
Psychometric Assessments for Job ApplicationsThese PPT slides include information about the Psychometric Assessments and sample questions. They have been designed to allow graduates to prepare for the tests they may have to take during the job application process. This resource has been contributed under a Creative Commons licence to the mathcentre Community Project by Laura Hooke, Loughborough University London and reviewed by Dr Kinga Zaczek, Royal Holloway, University of London. It is one of a series of 17 resources produced by the sigma Network Employability Special Interest Group.
Psychometric Tests - Useful ResourcesThis collection of useful resources includes a list of websites where one can learn about tests, practice tests, and improve maths skills, but also a list of books on subject. Each resource is accompanied by a short description. They have been designed to allow graduates to prepare for the tests they may have to take during the job application process. This resource has been contributed under a Creative Commons licence to the mathcentre Community Project by Laura Hooke, Loughborough University London and reviewed by Dr Kinga Zaczek, Royal Holloway, University of London. It is one of a series of 17 resources produced by the sigma Network Employability Special Interest Group.
Reflections - Tony McWalterTony McWalter reflects on the role of mathematics in decision making, mathematics teaching and the view of society and young people towards maths in this mathstutor extention video. This resource is released under a Creative Commons license Attribution-Non-Commercial-No Derivative Works and the copyright is held by Skillbank Solutions Ltd.
Responding to the Mathematics Problem : The Implementation of Institutional Support MechanismsThis volume arose from a conference, 'Addressing the Quantitative Skills Gap: Establishing
and Sustaining Cross-Curricular Mathematical Support in Higher Education', held at the
University of St Andrews in 2007. The aim of that conference, and of this volume of
collected essays, is to explore the logistics and economics of establishing and sustaining
institution-wide mathematics support provision.
We explore a range models for delivering mathematical support accommodating an even
wider range of budgets. Additionally, we identify how universities can call upon their maths
support provision to demonstrate that they are addressing institutional agendas including
quality enhancement, employability and skills, the first year experience, flexible delivery,
retention, and the student learning experience. Looking to the future we note how
mathematics support has broadened from its original focus on the STEM subjects and
discuss how emerging technologies are being exploited for its provision.
Setting up a maths support centre (HE STEM)The focus of this HE STEM guide is to provide mathematics support to students across all STEM disciplines to ease the transition from School/College in to University. This is a key factor influencing drop-out from STEM degrees and a targeted provision for mathematics support is a proven way to counter this. It includes cases studies from the Universities of Coventry, Portsmouth, York. Lincoln and Kent and articulates the experiences of the two Sigma Directors Professor Duncan Lawson, Coventry University and Professor Tony Croft, Loughborough University joint winners of the 2011 Times Higher Award for Outstanding Support for Students
Sigma notationSigma notation provides a concise and convenient way of writing long sums. This leaflet explains how.
Sigma notationSigma notation is a method used to write out a long sum in a concise way. In
this unit we look at ways of using sigma notation, and establish some useful
rules.
Sigma notationSigma notation is a method used to write out a long sum in a concise way. In this unit we look at ways of using sigma notation, and establish some useful rules. (Mathtutor Video Tutorial)
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Sigma notationSigma notation is a method used to write out a long sum in a concise way. In this unit we look at ways of using sigma notation, and establish some useful rules. (Mathtutor Video Tutorial)
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Simplifying FractionsThis booklet explains how an algebraic fraction can be expressed in its lowest terms, or simplest form.
Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 1The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
(Mathtutor Video Tutorial)
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Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 1IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
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Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 1The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
(Mathtutor Video Tutorial)
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Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 2IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
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Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 3IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
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Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 4IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
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Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 5IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
This resource is released under a Creative Commons license Attribution-Non-Commercial-No Derivative Works and the copyright is held by Skillbank Solutions Ltd.
Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 6IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
This resource is released under a Creative Commons license Attribution-Non-Commercial-No Derivative Works and the copyright is held by Skillbank Solutions Ltd.
Simultaneous Linear Equations Part 7IPOD VIDEO: The purpose of this section is to look at the solution of simultaneous linear equations. We will see that solving a pair of simultaneous equations is equivalent to finding the location of the point of intersection of two straight lines.
This resource is released under a Creative Commons license Attribution-Non-Commercial-No Derivative Works and the copyright is held by Skillbank Solutions Ltd.
Skills in Mathematics and Statistics in Chemistry and tackling transitionThis report by Dudley E Shallcross and Paul C Yates is one of a series of outputs produced by the Higher Education Academy STEM project: Skills in Mathematics and Statistics in the disciplines and tackling transition. The project seeks to provide a strong evidence base to inform dialogue between the pre-university and higher education sectors about the need for students to develop and apply mathematical and statistical skills within a range of discipline areas within higher education. Throughout a particular emphasis is placed on the transition into university study.
The focus of this report is the Chemistry discipline. The report examines a wide range of factors including the mathematical and statistical skills requirements within the discipline, key sector requirements and staff and student expectations. Evidence collected from a literature review, surveys and a discussion event is presented and used to inform findings and recommendations. (2014)
Solving equations involving logarithms and exponentialsThis leaflet shows how simple equations involving logarithms or exponentials can be solved. (Engineering Maths First Aid Kit 3.8)
