Financial Mathematics
- Percentages and money
Year 8 Maths
In Year 8, students consolidate their algebraic skills and develop more sophisticated ways to represent and communicate their mathematical understanding. They cover the key curriculum components of financial mathematics, ratios and rates, linear and non-linear relationships, data, circles and cylinders and properties of geometrical figures.
In-session content
Your content plan appears in the learning environment, sequenced to your learning needs and accessible with ease by you and your tutor.
An example content plan sequenced in the Cluey Learning Platform.
Ratios and rates
- Working with ratios
- Unitary method and best buys
- Distance, time and speed problems
- Distance-time graphs
Algebraic techniques
- Develop equation skills
Indices
- Index notations
- Index laws with a numerical base
Linear relationships
- Cartesian plane
- Table of values
- Finding a rule
- Graphing lines
Circles and cylinders
- Circle terminology
- Circumference of a circle
- Area of a circle
- Volume of a cylinder
Pythagoras’ theorem
- Discover Pythagoras’ theorem
- Finding unknown sides
- Solve practical problems
Properties of geometrical figures
- Properties of triangles and quadrilaterals
- Transformations in geometry
- Congruent figures
Data
- Collecting data
- Calculating statistics
- Displaying and interpreting data
Problem solving skills
- Skills and strategies
- Developing the problem-solving toolkit
- Application of problem-solving strategies
Secondary Maths
Year 8 Maths
Year 8 Maths is a great opportunity to fill any knowledge gaps identified in the previous year's NAPLAN test and prepare for senior studies.
Year 8 Maths Trial Session
We’ve got the curriculum covered
Number and Algebra
Financial mathematics
Ratios and rates
Algebraic techniques
Indices
Linear relationships
Measurement and Geometry
Circles and cylinders
Pythagoras’ theorem
Properties of geometrical figures
Statistics and Probability
Data
Problem solving skills
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- Demonstration, guided exercises and reviews
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Meet Dr Selina Samuels
Dr Samuels and her Education team developed Cluey's unique CENTRE approach, and have created interactive learning programs that map to the curriculum and allow students to work at their own level and pace.
Maths Tutoring Program Based on the National Curriculum
Based on the Australian National Curriculum for Years 7-10, Cluey’s approach to secondary Maths focuses on developing students’ numeracy skills with algebraic techniques and properties of geometrical figures in Years 7 and 8, and functions, indices and data analysis in Years 9 and 10. Our personalised approach gives you the opportunity to focus on areas you find challenging and maximise your understanding of each topic.
Meet some of our 2,521+ expert Secondary Maths tutors
Our tutors are all qualified teachers, exceptional ATAR achievers or experts in their respective fields.
Phillip
QLD Teacher
Mathematics: Primary & Secondary
English: Primary & Secondary
Phillip is a qualified Teacher, holding his Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) from Griffith University. He has been working as a Teacher since 2014. Phillip aims to present lessons that are intellectually engaging and relatable and address the specific areas of need for each student, catering to their knowledge and learning styles.
Marcel
VIC University Student (Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced (Honours))
Mathematics: Primary, Secondary & Senior
Chemistry: Senior
Marcel completed his schooling in Perth, achieving a 99.80 ATAR. He is now completing a Bachelor of Computer Science Advanced (Honours) at Monash University. Marcel has experience as an English and Maths Tutor working with both Primary and Secondary students. Marcel has a very student-centred approach to his sessions and strives to create personalised learning experiences.
Anna
NSW Teacher
Mathematics: Secondary & Senior
Anna is a qualified Teacher and has completed her Bachelor of Teaching in 1995 and Masters of Teaching in Physics in 1998. She has 19 years of experience in teaching/tutoring students in a range of school settings. Her teaching philosophy is based upon creating a positive, supportive, inclusive learning environment. Anna aims to foster an environment where students can grow both emotionally and intellectually. She is passionate about helping students develop their key numeracy skills as they work towards achieving their educational goals.
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Weekly learning through live tutoring sessions, feedback & practice
Each student’s individual learning journey is supported through a series of live face-to-face sessions with an expert tutor matched to the student's needs. We cover all the theory and examples needed to ensure comprehension, and our sessions are designed to be engaging and encouraging.
Our expert tutors offer guidance through demonstration and worked examples and assign targeted practice questions to help students master the topics and concepts covered.
After each session, personalised feedback is provided to help students and parents track their progress.
Session breakdown
First 5 Minutes
Establishing the session theme, why are we here?
- Discuss student’s areas of focus (if first session)
- Review previous session's assigned practice (if subsequent session)
- Set session learning goals
45 Minutes
During the session
- Work through exercises based on the topics and concepts for each learning goal
- Tutor demonstrates, guides and explains concepts
- Work through any challenges
- Students are encouraged to explain their thinking to clarify their comprehension
Closing 5 Minutes
Reflection and looking ahead
- Reflect on what has been achieved in the session
- Set practice questions
Post-session 5 minutes
Tutor written feedback
- Tutor provides personalised written feedback about the session to help track progress