How to set out a GREAT maths Workbook!

Summary

This video guides students on how to effectively set out their maths workbook for better learning. Key steps include drawing a red line down the middle of each page, writing headings with the date in red pen, and numbering questions with red pen one at a time. Students are encouraged to complete each question fully before moving to the next, using blue or black pen for answers. The most important tip is to review answers and fix mistakes immediately, marking corrections with a red tick. This process promotes efficient learning, organization, and pride in one's work.

Takeaways

• 😀 Setting out your maths workbook the right way helps students learn more efficiently and keep track of their progress.
• 😀 A red line should be drawn down the middle of every page to help organize the workbook (except for wide activities like drawings).
• 😀 Write the heading and today's date in red pen at the beginning of each activity, without needing a new page or column.
• 😀 Number questions one at a time using red pen (e.g., 1A, 1B) and only move to the next sub-question after finishing the previous one.
• 😀 Answer questions using blue or black pen and include all working out, even if it's rough.
• 😀 Use red pen to check your answers by comparing them with the provided solution and giving a red tick for correct answers.
• 😀 If a mistake is found, cross it out neatly and correct it, then give the answer a red tick once it is fixed.
• 😀 By correcting mistakes and consistently giving red ticks, your workbook will show progress and accuracy.
• 😀 Students who follow this method will learn more effectively and feel proud of their work.
• 😀 It is essential to focus and develop this habit to consistently improve learning and math skills.

Q & A

Why is it important to set out your maths workbook in the right way?

Setting out your maths workbook correctly helps students learn more efficiently, track their progress, and feel proud of their work. It also allows them to complete more work in less time.

What should you do on every page of your workbook?

You should draw a red line down the middle of each page. This helps organize your work and gives a clear structure to your notes.

Do you need a ruler to draw the red line?

No, you don’t necessarily need a ruler. You can fold the page or draw the line freehand if you prefer.

When is it acceptable to skip the red line?

You can skip the red line when you're working on something wide, such as a large picture that requires extra space.

How should you write the heading for each activity?

The heading should be written in red pen, along with the date for that day’s work. You can place the heading wherever you are in your workbook to save space.

How should you number the questions in your workbook?

You should number each question one at a time using a red pen. For example, 1A, 1B, and so on, but only write the next number after completing the previous question.

Why shouldn’t you number multiple questions at once?

You shouldn't number multiple questions at once because you don’t know how much space each question will take, and this could lead to disorganization.

What color pen should you use to answer questions?

You should use a blue or black pen to answer questions and include all of your working out, even if it's rough.

How should you handle mistakes in your workbook?

If you make a mistake, you should cross it out neatly so that it is still visible and then fix it. Once corrected, give the answer a red tick to indicate it's right.

What is the significance of red ticks in your workbook?

Red ticks indicate that you’ve reviewed and corrected your work. They show that you've checked your answers and made necessary corrections, contributing to better learning.