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Work Sample : Morgan

Activity : Making Number Patterns

    Making Number Patterns - Morgan : Grade Commentary

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Morgan has used all four operations to create some simple and some complex number patterns. Sound generalisations about number relationships have been made and higher terms have been predicted but the mathematical terminology used to describe the number patterns is sometimes incorrect. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade C standard at the end of Stage 2.

Grade C

The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills.

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Foundation Statement strands

The following strands are covered in this activity:

  • Working Mathematically
    Students ask questions and use appropriate mental or written strategies, and technology, to solve problems. They use appropriate terminology to describe and link mathematical ideas, check statements for accuracy and explain reasoning.
  • Patterns and Algebra
    Students generate, describe and record number patterns and relate multiplication and division facts to at least 10 x 10.
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