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  • Exploring mathematics: maths in nature and art
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    What does mathematics have to do with nature or art? The video tracks in this album trace the origin of the mathematics of chaos and describe how the chance discovery of fractals became the basis for some real - and revolutionary - commercial applications such as the fax and the modem. A closer look at ancient fabric designs and the spiral of a nautilus shell also reveals repeating patterns that can be analysed in a mathematical way. This material forms part of The Open University course MS221 Exploring mathematics. The iTunes U team. The iTunes U Team at The Open University produce audio and video podcasts
    First published on Tue, 14 Jul 2009 as Exploring mathematics: maths in nature and art. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website.
  • Succeed with maths: Shapes and sizes
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    Geometry enables us to describe and measure shapes. Here we will use maths language to describe shapes and also look at calculating perimeters, areas and volumes of some basic shapes. In addition to this we will consider how to write very small or large numbers concisely using scientific notation. First published on Mon, 20 May 2013 as Succeed with maths: Shapes and sizes. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Communicating with data
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    This unit covers different ways of communicating with and understanding data. We start with how to calculate different types of averages and go on to how to read and construct tables, graphs and charts. We also give some words of caution relating to interpreting data and how it is represented. First published on Mon, 20 May 2013 as Succeed with maths: Communicating with data. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Negative numbers
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    This unit introduces numbers that are less than zero, the negative numbers. We will look at how to add, subtract, multiply and divide using negative numbers and develop some basic rules to follow when doing this. We show that these important numbers are relevant to our everyday lives. First published on Mon, 20 May 2013 as Succeed with maths: Negative numbers. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Patterns and formulas
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    Patterns occur all around us. Once we have uncovered a pattern, we may be able to describe this using a formula, enabling us to calculate other values that follow the pattern. This unit introduces word formula and uses these with simple diagrams to introduce the basic ideas behind algebra. First published on Mon, 20 May 2013 as Succeed with maths: Patterns and formulas. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Measurement
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    Measurement is a fundamental part of our lives enabling us to explain the size of something so that others can understand us. In this unit we will work with both metric and imperial measurements for weight, length and volume, and cover how to convert between different units. First published on Mon, 20 May 2013 as Succeed with maths: Measurement. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Working mathematically
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    This unit is aimed at teachers who wish to review how they go about the practice of teaching mathematics, those who are considering becoming mathematics teachers, or those who are studying mathematics courses and would like to understand more about the teaching and learning process. First published on Fri, 22 Feb 2013 as Working mathematically. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths - Part 2
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    Mathematics underpins practically every aspect of modern life. This free online course is a friendly introduction to a range of key ideas to help you tackle everyday mathematical problems, and will help you to feel more confident in using maths in a variety of different situations: at home, at work or in your other studies. First published on Fri, 28 Jun 2013 as Succeed with maths - Part 2. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths - Part 1
    22 min 25 sec ago
    Mathematics underpins practically every aspect of modern life. This free online course is a friendly introduction to a range of key ideas to help you tackle everyday mathematical problems, and will help you to feel more confident in using maths in a variety of different situations: at home, at work or in your other studies. First published on Thu, 25 Jul 2013 as Succeed with maths - Part 1. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Relationships among numbers
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    In this unit, we will look at ways in which numbers can be expressed using ratios and percentages. We will also turn our attention to calculations where percentages are used in everyday life, such as discounts and reverse percentages used to establish a cost before VAT has been applied. First published on Fri, 15 Mar 2013 as Succeed with maths: Relationships among numbers. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Everyday maths
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    In this unit you will investigate the four basic operations used in maths, namely addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Alongside this the maths language associated with these is explained. We will also cover different strategies that can be used when dealing with mental maths problems. First published on Fri, 15 Mar 2013 as Succeed with maths: Everyday maths. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Maths in the real world
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    This unit we will look at exponents, also known as powers, and the correct order to carry out calculations (BEDMAS) when a problem includes several different operators, for example both addition and division. We will also cover a step-by-step problem solving method which can be used in our everyday lives. First published on Fri, 15 Mar 2013 as Succeed with maths: Maths in the real world. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Maths and you
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    This unit is centred on introductory maths activities, using puzzles and everyday problems, and gives opportunities to try solving them. We will also look at the basics of how to use your calculator, as well as providing some tips and guidance on how to study online. First published on Fri, 15 Mar 2013 as Succeed with maths: Maths and you. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Parts of the whole
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    The focus of this unit is exploring fractions, learning how fractions are related to decimal numbers as well as using fractions in calculations in different situations. We will cover how to add, subtract, multiply and divide with both fractions and mixed numbers, using some everyday examples. First published on Fri, 15 Mar 2013 as Succeed with maths: Parts of the whole. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Succeed with maths: Getting down to basics
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    This unit is concerned with how to write and understand numbers using place value, and includes a brief overview of how our number system developed. We will also look at how you can work with numbers to make it easier to make quick calculations in your head or on paper. First published on Fri, 15 Mar 2013 as Succeed with maths: Getting down to basics. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Surfaces
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    Surfaces are a special class of topological spaces that crop up in many places in the world of mathematics. In this unit, you will learn to classify surfaces and will be introduced to such concepts as homeomorphism, orientability, the Euler characteristic and the classification theorem of compact surfaces. First published on Thu, 18 Aug 2011 as Surfaces. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Exploring data: Graphs and numerical summaries
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    This Unit will introduce you to a number of ways of representing data graphically and of summarising data numerically. You will learn the uses for pie charts, bar charts, histograms and scatterplots. You will also be introduced to various ways of summarising data and methods for assessing location and dispersion. First published on Wed, 27 Jul 2011 as Exploring data: Graphs and numerical summaries. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Babylonian mathematics
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    This unit looks at Babylonian mathematics. You will learn how a series of discoveries have enabled historians to decipher stone tablets and study the various techniques the Babylonians used for problem-solving and teaching. The Babylonian problem-solving skills have been described as remarkable and scribes of the time received a trainng far in advance of anything available in medieval Christian Europe 3000 years later. First published on Fri, 08 Jul 2011 as Babylonian mathematics. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • John Napier
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    Scotsman John Napier is best known to for his treatise on Protestant religion. However, it was his interest in a completely different subject that radically altered the course of mathematics. After forty years of dabbling in maths, he revealed his table of logarithms in the early 17th century. First published on Fri, 08 Jul 2011 as John Napier. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970
  • Numbers
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    This unit will help you understand more about real numbers and their properties. It will explain the relationship between real numbers and recurring decimals, explain irrational numbers and discuss inequalities. The unit will help you to use the Triangle Inequality, the Binomial Theorem and the Least Upper Bound Property. First published on Wed, 29 Jun 2011 as Numbers. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Creative-Commons 1970

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