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GeogebraGeogebra is a comprehensive FREE dynamic geometry program that can also be used to teach coordinate geometry and calculus.
Circle Geometry - A Beginner's Guide to GeogebraThis Word document is a beginner's guide to Geogebra. Geogebra is a free dynamic geometry program available in both Windows and Mac format from This document gives a brief introduction to Geogebra in the context of circle geometry.
How To Read and Comprehend Maths Word ProblemsOne key ingredient - maybe THE key ingredient - for students to be able to solve maths word problems is being able to VISUALISE what they read. The attached document gives you a step by step approach to teaching students how to visualise word problems as a key step to solving the problem. Thanks to Jude Ocean from RMIT in Melbourne Victoria for providing the core material for this document. Mystery Maths Words (aka Hangman)A maths version of hangman. There are links to a range of maths dictionaries if the class doesn't know the meaning of the word. http://www.mathcats.com/explore/puzzles/mathmysterywords.html CSI: Squeak SneakSniff out the clues and find the sneaky thief. A little bit of deductive reasoning, and an whole lot of fun!
Point the CentreWhich one and only one of the nine arrows' tips points exactly into the centre of the respective circle? http://www.puzzles.com/PuzzlePlayground/PointTheCenter/PointTheCenter.ht...
Coin DistancesThere are three coins placed as shown in the illustration. Can you slide the middle coin to the right until distance AB equals distance CD? http://www.puzzles.com/PuzzlePlayground/CoinDistances/CoinDistances.htm
Doo-DahsDoo-dahs are a wonderful way to bring information into a classroom discussion in a controlled manner. A Doo-Dah can contain text, annotations or images, even those added or created on the fly. A picture is worth a thousand words, so download the file and have a play. You will soon learn the power of doodahs! House Points TableIf you have group competitions in your class, this is a neat way to keep a running score (up to a maximum of 30 points per team). Interactive clocksA wonderful collection of clocks. The time comes from your computer's system clock, so if that is correct, these clocks are as well. |