Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You may be new to online learning, and you probably have lots of questions.
We've answered some of the most frequent ones below.
If there is anything you would like to find out more about, whether you are a student,
a parent or a teacher, you can get in touch with us anytime.
We've answered some of the most frequent ones below.
If there is anything you would like to find out more about, whether you are a student,
a parent or a teacher, you can get in touch with us anytime.
What
are the main advantages of learning maths online?
1.
Convenience - no
need to leave your home to go to grinds, no wasted time travelling or
waiting around.
2. Flexibility - you can learn when it suits you. View the lessons as many times as you want, and practice when you want. And you don't need to wait for a week to get support!
3. Value - traditional grinds are expensive, and so is driving to them. Online learning is much better value for money.
2. Flexibility - you can learn when it suits you. View the lessons as many times as you want, and practice when you want. And you don't need to wait for a week to get support!
3. Value - traditional grinds are expensive, and so is driving to them. Online learning is much better value for money.
What's so special about TheMathsTutor.ie system?
Lots
of things! The main ones are that it's:
1. Tailor-made for the Irish secondary system, so you learn everything you need, and no extra material to wade through
2. Focused on Project Maths, to help you make sense of this new style of learning maths
3. Video-based, so it's like having your own private tutor, 24/7, without any pressure to understand everything first time.
4. Interactive, with automatic correction when you do the exercises, and on-line support if you get stuck.
5. Getting better all the time - based on your feedback, we review and update our materials, and add new material all the time in response to students' needs. We are working on this every day, so our system is improving every day, and it always will.
6. Based on Moodle, which is the same method as used in many universities. So when you arrive at third level, you are a step ahead of everyone else, because you know the system, and you have developed independent learning skills.
1. Tailor-made for the Irish secondary system, so you learn everything you need, and no extra material to wade through
2. Focused on Project Maths, to help you make sense of this new style of learning maths
3. Video-based, so it's like having your own private tutor, 24/7, without any pressure to understand everything first time.
4. Interactive, with automatic correction when you do the exercises, and on-line support if you get stuck.
5. Getting better all the time - based on your feedback, we review and update our materials, and add new material all the time in response to students' needs. We are working on this every day, so our system is improving every day, and it always will.
6. Based on Moodle, which is the same method as used in many universities. So when you arrive at third level, you are a step ahead of everyone else, because you know the system, and you have developed independent learning skills.
Can I try out the system before I pay a subscription?
Of
course!
We know that this is a new way of learning for many people, so we are happy to give you access to some of the lessons for free.
If you like what you see (and we think you will), you can sign up for full membership which will give you access to all the lessons you require.
We know that this is a new way of learning for many people, so we are happy to give you access to some of the lessons for free.
If you like what you see (and we think you will), you can sign up for full membership which will give you access to all the lessons you require.
What is Project Maths?
Project
Maths is the name given to the new syllabus being implemented
for the Junior Cert and Leaving Cert over the next 3 years.
Parts of the new syllabus are being examined at Leaving Cert level in
2012, and at Junior Cert level from 2013.
Project Maths places more emphasis on real-life scenarios, less emphasis on using past examination papers and requires a real understanding of maths rather than rote learning.
Many students are finding that Project Maths is quite a challenge, and some are not sure what is expected or how to approach it. We are here to help guide and support you in this new approach to maths.
Currently, 1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th years (and many TY students) are studying Project Maths topics, and from next year, all students will follow the Project Maths syllabus, to an increasing degree, until it is fully implemented by 2014.
Project Maths places more emphasis on real-life scenarios, less emphasis on using past examination papers and requires a real understanding of maths rather than rote learning.
Many students are finding that Project Maths is quite a challenge, and some are not sure what is expected or how to approach it. We are here to help guide and support you in this new approach to maths.
Currently, 1st, 2nd, 5th and 6th years (and many TY students) are studying Project Maths topics, and from next year, all students will follow the Project Maths syllabus, to an increasing degree, until it is fully implemented by 2014.
Why are you focusing on Project Maths?
We
specialise in learning support for Project Maths, because
that is
where students need most help at the
moment.
We cover Strands 1 and 2 of Project Maths, up to Leaving Cert Ordinary level, as these are required for the 2012 Leaving Cert exams. We also cover the basics of Algebra.
We will cover the other Strands by September 2012, in time for the 2013 exams.
We cover Strands 1 and 2 of Project Maths, up to Leaving Cert Ordinary level, as these are required for the 2012 Leaving Cert exams. We also cover the basics of Algebra.
We will cover the other Strands by September 2012, in time for the 2013 exams.
Why are you focusing on levels up to Leaving Cert Ordinary level?
It
takes time to create high quality learning resources, so
we focused on the Project Maths strands up to Leaving Cert Ordinary level
initially, as these are of benefit to all students.
We do not cover Leaving Cert Higher level yet.
By September 2012, we will cover all levels, and all topics, from Junior Cert Ordinary through to Leaving Cert Higher level.
In the meantime, students at all levels can benefit from using the system.
To find out how, click on the question for your year below.
We do not cover Leaving Cert Higher level yet.
By September 2012, we will cover all levels, and all topics, from Junior Cert Ordinary through to Leaving Cert Higher level.
In the meantime, students at all levels can benefit from using the system.
To find out how, click on the question for your year below.
I'm in 6th year doing Ordinary Level Maths - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
Definitely.
You can use it to learn about both Project Maths strands that you must know for Leaving Cert 2012 i.e. Strands 1 and 2 - Probability and Statistics, and Geometry (including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
And remember, if you are a Repeat student, most of Paper 2 has changed since last year.
We don't cover the other non-Project Maths topics yet, but we will provide online support for any questions you may have in these topics too.
You can use it to learn about both Project Maths strands that you must know for Leaving Cert 2012 i.e. Strands 1 and 2 - Probability and Statistics, and Geometry (including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
And remember, if you are a Repeat student, most of Paper 2 has changed since last year.
We don't cover the other non-Project Maths topics yet, but we will provide online support for any questions you may have in these topics too.
I'm in 6th year doing Higher Level Maths - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
We
are not planning to cover Leaving Cert Higher level materials until
September
2012.
If you want to brush up on the basics of Strands 1 and 2, as well as basic Algebra, you may find our system useful.
If a lot of students request it, we may create some selected lessons for Leaving Cert Higher topics. You can get in touch here.
If you want to brush up on the basics of Strands 1 and 2, as well as basic Algebra, you may find our system useful.
If a lot of students request it, we may create some selected lessons for Leaving Cert Higher topics. You can get in touch here.
I'm in 5th year - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
Yes.
You can use it to learn about Strands 1 and 2 (Probability and Statistics, and Geometry - including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Leaving Cert 2013.
You can use it to learn about Strands 1 and 2 (Probability and Statistics, and Geometry - including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Leaving Cert 2013.
I'm in Transition Year (TY) - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
Definitely.
Transition Year is a
great opportunity to really improve your maths.
Maybe you want to keep your maths skills from getting rusty before entering 5th year. Perhaps you think you are not quite able for Leaving Cert higher, but could do it if you got a bit of help (and don't forget there are 25 bonus points when you do higher level). Or maybe you want to get a head start on everyone else, and get a handle on the new Project Maths syllabus.
So there are lots of good reasons to use TheMathsTutor.ie system during transition year!
You can get started on Strands 1 and 2 - Probability and Statistics, and Geometry (including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Leaving Cert 2014.
Maybe you want to keep your maths skills from getting rusty before entering 5th year. Perhaps you think you are not quite able for Leaving Cert higher, but could do it if you got a bit of help (and don't forget there are 25 bonus points when you do higher level). Or maybe you want to get a head start on everyone else, and get a handle on the new Project Maths syllabus.
So there are lots of good reasons to use TheMathsTutor.ie system during transition year!
You can get started on Strands 1 and 2 - Probability and Statistics, and Geometry (including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Leaving Cert 2014.
I'm in 3rd year - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
To
some extent. Remember, Project
Maths does not apply to Junior Cert 2012.
You can still use it to brush up your Algebra, which is a key topic. You can also use some of the lessons on Statistics, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Co-ordinate Geometry. A free trial membership may be your best option.
Once you enter the Senior Cycle, you will be following the Project Maths syllabus, and we'll be here to help you.
You can still use it to brush up your Algebra, which is a key topic. You can also use some of the lessons on Statistics, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Co-ordinate Geometry. A free trial membership may be your best option.
Once you enter the Senior Cycle, you will be following the Project Maths syllabus, and we'll be here to help you.
I'm in 2nd year - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
Yes.
You can use it to learn about Strands 1 and 2 (Probability and Statistics, and Geometry - including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Junior Cert 2013.
You can use it to learn about Strands 1 and 2 (Probability and Statistics, and Geometry - including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Junior Cert 2013.
I'm in 1st year - will TheMathsTutor.ie system help me?
Yes.
You can use it to learn about Strands 1 and 2 - (Probability and Statistics, and Geometry (including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Junior Cert 2014.
You can use it to learn about Strands 1 and 2 - (Probability and Statistics, and Geometry (including co-ordinate geometry and trigonometry). You can also learn the basics of the key topic of Algebra.
By September 2012, we will cover everything that you will need for Junior Cert 2014.
Does the TheMathsTutor.ie system work on smartphones and tablet PCs?
Yes
it does.
The system is designed to be used primarily on a normal laptop or desktop computer (PC or Mac), or a tablet computer like an iPad.
As well as this, you can also use it on a smartphone. It's a great way to learn on your way to school, or any time you have 10 minutes to spare.
At the moment, the system works best on iPhones, but also works well on Android devices.
So - desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet - the choice is yours!
The system is designed to be used primarily on a normal laptop or desktop computer (PC or Mac), or a tablet computer like an iPad.
As well as this, you can also use it on a smartphone. It's a great way to learn on your way to school, or any time you have 10 minutes to spare.
At the moment, the system works best on iPhones, but also works well on Android devices.
So - desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet - the choice is yours!
What is Moodle?
Moodle
is a leading Virtual Learning Environment platform, which
is used in many schools and even more so in colleges and universities,
both in Ireland and internationally.
TheMathsTutor.ie system is built upon this platform, which gives us many useful features to help you to learn in the easiest and most effective way.
Moodle is improving all the time, so we know it will help us to improve our system for you ongoing.
An added advantage is that when you use our Moodle-based system, it gives you a head-start in many third level institutions, and helps you to develop independent learning skills.
TheMathsTutor.ie system is built upon this platform, which gives us many useful features to help you to learn in the easiest and most effective way.
Moodle is improving all the time, so we know it will help us to improve our system for you ongoing.
An added advantage is that when you use our Moodle-based system, it gives you a head-start in many third level institutions, and helps you to develop independent learning skills.
