'Perimeter' tutor notes

This module is about finding out how to work out the perimeter of irregular shapes. It is aimed at Level 1 of the Basic Skills Curriculum in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and covers material in MSS1/L1.8.

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How does this tie in with the new curriculums?

• England
  MSS1/L1.8 - Common Measures: Working out the perimeters of simple shapes.
  
• Wales
  As England.
• Northern Ireland
  As England.
• Scotland
  See www.aloscotland.com for details of the Scottish curriculum.

In the Skillswise module you'll find:

Calculating perimeters factsheets
You'll find curriculum references in the top right corner of the factsheets.
There are three factsheets for this module, each on 'print-out-and-keep' sheets:

• Factsheet 1 - Introduction
• Factsheet 2 - Rectangles and Squares
• Factsheet 3 - Further examples

Calculating distances worksheets
There are three worksheets. You'll find curriculum references in the top right hand corner of the worksheets. They are printable resources to continue the work learners have completed online.

• Worksheet 1 - Introduction
• Worksheet 2 - Rectangles and Squares
• Worksheet 3 - Further examples

Perimeter quiz
The quiz, complete with illustrations, has questions on calculating the perimeters of a variety of shapes.

The learner can choose their level. Level A is the easiest and level C is the most difficult.
Students can print out a certificate if they score 50% or more in the quiz. This will appear as a link on the results page - click on the link and the certificate will appear in a new window. Students can write their name on the certificate once it's printed.

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Taking it further:

With Skillswise

• Area of rectangles This module contains fact sheets and work sheets on calculating the area of rectangles.
  

With the web
Here are other suggestions of places on the web you might find useful for teaching perimeter calculations:

• http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/perimeter_and_area/
  A colourful site that offers progression through a series of perimeter quizzes. May also suit younger learners.
• http://www.aaamath.com/B/geo.htm
  A site which features a large collection of perimeter calculations to help build confidence.
• http://www.mcwdn.org/Geometry/Perimeter.html
  Shows the main calculations for the perimeters of various shapes and has a short quiz.

Please note that the BBC is not responsible for the content of other websites.

Do you know of any great online resources for measuring perimeters? Tell us about them!