Product Description

all trainee teachers in england and wales have to sit numeracy, literacy and ict skills tests in order to achieve qualified teacher status (qts) which permits them to continue or start teaching. this book concentrates on the mathematics part of the test, targeting candidates who feel they have weak numeracy skills.

how to pass the qts numeracy skills test starts at a low level and includes a diagnostic test, a maths review, mental and general arithmetic practice, and revision of statistics. it will give you a good grounding in the skills needed to pass the test, particularly if you have had prior lack of success in maths. each chapter begins with a maths audit so that you can review the exact skills needed for each section of the test. the first chapter teaches quick ways of answering mental arithmetic questions followed by five mock tests. the remaining chapters cover the general arithmetic and statistical skills required for the onscreen questions, followed by two qts-type tests with worked-through answers.

how to pass the qts numeracy skills test will give you more confidence and reduce exam room stress, helping you to avoid last-minute panic and take another step towards achieving qualified teacher status.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #19321 in Books
• Published on: 2009-03-03
• Original language: German
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

From the Back Cover

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how to pass the qts numeracy skills test

essential maths and statistics practice for the qualified teacher status skills test

chris tyreman

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how to pass the qts numeracy skills test

chris tyreman

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[!back cover!] how to pass the qts numeracy skills test

all trainee teachers seeking qualified teacher status must pass the numeracy skills test. lack of knowledge and time restraints are two of the main reasons for failure.

how to pass the qts numeracy skills test will give you all the

mathematical preparation you need to achieve a pass mark within the allotted time.

beginning at a low level of knowledge, the book starts with a maths audit of the skills required for the different sections of the test and goes on to include:

• skills checklists to help you to identify your strengths and weaknesses;

• a review of mental arithmetic with short-cut techniques (no calculators);

• fully explained general mathematics and statistics;

• five mental arithmetic mock tests with worked-through answers;

• two qts “on-screen” type tests with expanded answers;

• a glossary of qts numeracy terminology;

• more than 200 questions in total.

an indispensable handbook for trainee teachers, how to pass the qts numeracy skills test will give you all the confidence you need to enter the exam room without any last-minute panic and take another step towards achieving qualified teacher status.

chris tyreman has 12 years’ experience coaching candidates in maths, english and iq tests. he is a tutor for distance learners studying for gcse maths and the qts skills tests and the author of learning materials used in colleges of further and higher education. he has written how to master nursing calculations, also published by kogan page.

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About the Author

chris tyreman has 12 years' experience of coaching candidates in maths, english and iq tests. he is a tutor for distance learners studying for gcse maths and the qts skills tests and the author of learning materials used in colleges of further and higher education. he has written 'how to master nursing calculations', kogan page.

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Customer Reviews

Great book, very helpful
I haven't had chance to read all of this book yet, but I'm really impressed with it so far. It covers everything you need to know in clearly laid-out sections, so if you want to look up a particular weak spot you'll find it easily. Gives explanations and then mock questions for each section, plus two mock exams at the end (answers to everything provided later, with explanations). I'd really recommend this, whatever level your maths is at - it's great at explaining things from scratch and building confidence or just for refreshing your memory. The tone is just right too - helpful but not patronising!

QTS NUMERACY
This book is definitely helping me alot with revising for my QTS Numeracy Test. It covers all areas of what you would be tested on. Would recommend to any Student Teacher looking for a book to help them pass their QTS Test.