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Maths Masterclass

Developing Greater Depth in KS2

Addition and Subtraction: from Informal to Formal

Greater Depth for Year 6 Specific Topics

Teaching Algebra in Year 6

Bar Model Essentials

Bar Models in KS2 Part 1: Multi-Step Problems

Division Part 2: Upper KS2

Division Part 1 : Lower KS2

Shape and Angles

Introduction to Fractions: All Years

Fractions Part 1: Lower KS2

Fractions Part 2: Upper KS2

Top Tips for Times Tables

Multiplication Part 1: Lower KS2

Multiplication Part 2: Upper KS2

Place Value Essentials

Bar models in KS2 Part 2: Solving Complex Problems

Strategies for Mental Calculations

Bar Modelling for Year 6

Fractions, Decimals & Percentages Conversion

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SATs

Assessment and Diagnostics

Fractions

Bar Models

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We look at how we can use a comparison bar model to solve a more complex fraction problem. This requires pupils to create two bars, one to represent each part of a problem. This example involves calculations with decimals so is more appropriate for upper KS2.

How to Use Bar Models to Solve More Challenging Multi Step Fraction Prolems

Everything you need to know to become a whiz teacher of the world renowned bar modelling technique

Bar Modelling: The Basics Explained

Algebra

See how you can use bar models to make algebraic equations seem much more simple for your pupils.

How to Get Pupils Solving Equations Using Bar Models

Fractions often prove challenging for pupils to get to grips with, especially as part of a worded problem. In this video we explore how you can work through a more complex fraction problem with your pupils, with the aid of bar models. 

How to Use Bar Models to Help Solve a Multi Step Worded Fraction Problem

We look at how pupils can use a bar model to represent fractions in order to help them solve worded problems.

How to Use Bar Models to Solve a Simple Fraction Problem

Multiplication

Division

A further look at using bar models for fractions. This time to find an unknown quantity when you've been give a fractional relationship between two amounts.

How to Use a Comparison Bar Model to Find Unknown Quantities With a Fraction Problem (Same Denominator)

Percentages

In this video we look at how pupils can find a percentage of a total amount, using bar models to help represent this. The question involves all four operations and it is a good one for KS2.

How to Use Bar Models to Solve Percentage Problems

Pupils are introduced to percentages in Year 5. In this video we look at a more complex problem involving percentages and a comparison. As usual with comparison problems, bar models are a great way for pupils to work out what calculations they need to do. 

How to Use Bar Models to Solve Problems Involving Percentages

Ratio and Proportion

This worded problem involves ratio, addition and subtraction. The problem is a little more complex initially but using bar models will help pupils to understand what they need to do to find the answer. 

How to Use Bar Models to Solve More Challenging Ratio Problems

We use an example of ratios in baking to explore how bar models can represent ratios. This example involves calculations with decimals so is more appropriate for upper KS2.

How to Use Bar Models to Solve Ratio Problems

We look at finding an unknown value in a problem question. This question involves multiple steps and demonstrates how bar models can help pupils understand what they need to do to find an answer.

How to Use Bar Models to Solve a More Challenging Multi Step Multiplication Problem

This short video looks at how pupils can use bar models to solve multi-step worded problems involving multiplication. See how pupils can use a comparison model to help represent the steps they need to take.

How to Use Bar Models to Solve a Multi Step Worded Multiplication Problem

Bar models provide a good way to reinforce the concept of "groups of" or "lots of" in problem solving involving multiplication. In this video we work through an worded problem question involving multiplication. 

How to Use Bar Models to Solve a Simple Multiplication Problem

Addition

Subtraction

This video looks at another example of a complex multi-step problem. The bar model can be used to help the pupils work backwards to find an unknown.

How to Solve a More Complex Multi Step Problem Using Bar Modelling

In this video, find out how to approach a multi-step word problem involving subtraction with the bar model method. 

How to Use Bar Modelling for a Subtraction Problem

Explore more complex multi-step problems using the bar model. This example involves addition and subtraction.

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Bar Models

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