The NCETM Maths Podcast

Using algebra tiles at KS3

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A secondary maths teacher explains the benefits of using algebra tiles, and shares some practical tips.

A transcript (PDF) of this episode is available to download.

Show notes
Taking part in the discussion:
  • Lizi Pepper, secondary maths teacher and KS3 maths lead at Tytherington School, and Secondary Mastery Specialist
  • Becky Donaldson, NCETM Assistant Director for Secondary
  • Beth Goodliff, Senior Communications Manager at the NCETM.
    • Episode chapters
    • 00:34 – Introductions
  • 01:16 – The big picture: why use algebra tiles?
  • 03:39 – Where to start with algebra tiles
  • 09:09 – Evidence that they are impacting on students’ understanding
  • 11:16 – A learning sequence
  • 17:24 – Limitations and benefits of the tiles
    • Useful links
    • Lizi is @mathspeptalk on Twitter
  • Becky is @donaldson_maths on Twitter
  • Lizi’s blog is at https://mathspeptalk.blogspot.com/
  • NCETM feature: Completing the square
  • NCETM resource: Using mathematical representations at KS3.
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