Visual and data
Quick calculations
Pupils answer a set of short sums, each with its own answer box.
Marked automaticallyOn paper: a picture you mark
Good for
Times tables, number bonds, unit conversions and other quick number facts.
Each sum is marked against your answer and scores one mark. 0.5 and 1/2 both count.
How to set it up
- 1In the lesson editor, choose Add slide and pick Quick calculations.
- 2Choose an operation, two number ranges and how many sums, then press Make the questions. Or type each sum and its answer.
- 3Change any sum you like, and add units if every answer has them.
- 4Preview it as a pupil, then run the Readiness check before you launch: it flags anything still missing.
Tips from the classroom
- Press Make new questions for a fresh set each lesson.
- On paper the sums are numbered, so a scanned sheet is marked line by line.