• Exercises you can do to improve your me...

Exercises to improve your mental maths

There´s no doubt that mathematics is a subject that requires a lot of memory work, from memorising your times tables if you´re in primary school, to remembering algebraic formulas and numerical sequences if you´re at secondary school level. However, there are several exercises that you can do to improve your mental maths and become more efficient in your maths classes. Here are just some of the maths exercises that can help:

  1. Flashcards: Flashcards are a simple yet effective tool for improving memory. You can create flashcards with maths problems or formulas on one side and the answers on the other. Not only this, but flashcards are compact and portable, meaning you can carry them with you for some quick revision when you have some free time, such as when you´re travelling on public transport for example. Regular practice with flashcards can help you memorise the material more quickly and easily. 

  2. Repetition: Repetition is absolutely key when it comes to improving memory. Repeating maths problems or formulas aloud or writing them down multiple times can help you retain the information better. This technique is especially effective when you are trying to memorise longer sequences or formulas.

  3. Mnemonic Devices: Mnemonic devices are creative memory aids that can help you remember information more easily. For example, you can create a rhyme, a song or a story to remember a maths formula or sequence. This technique can be especially useful for remembering complex formulas or numerical sequences.

  4. Visualisation: Visualisation is a powerful memory tool that involves creating mental images to help you remember information. For example, you can visualise a graph or a geometric shape to help you learn and understand a maths concept. This technique can be especially useful for visual learners.

  5. Use interactive games or online resources: There are many websites with resources for improving your mental maths, including interactive quizzes, exercises or games. Using these types of interactive techniques allow you to memorise and internalise maths concepts more effectively. One great website offering games and quizzes for students of maths in primary school or at KS3, GCSE and A-Level, is BBC Bitesize.

  6. Practice: Practice truly is the key to mastering any skill, and maths is no exception. Regular practice with maths problems and exercises can help you improve your memory and become more efficient in maths. Make sure to practice regularly with your private maths tutor, and challenge yourself with new and more complex problems as you improve.

In conclusion, there are many effective maths exercises that can help you improve your memory, become more efficient in maths and help you towards succeeding in your maths exams. Whether you prefer flashcards, repetition, mnemonic devices, visualisation, interactive games, or simple practice, there is a technique that can work for you and your particular style of learning. By incorporating these exercises into your study routine, you can improve your memory and achieve success in your maths classes with your private tutor.



Did you like this article? Share it now
Use our Smart Finder
Find a teacher