Market Maths | Dowen College ISA

Market Maths

Tracking and Predicting Local Food Prices. Empowering students to understand democratic governance, legislative processes and responsible citizenship through research, role-play, collaboration and real-life experiences.

Project Overview

Market Maths is an interdisciplinary project that enables students to apply mathematical concepts to real-world economic situations. Learners collect weekly food prices from local markets, analyse trends using ICT tools, and investigate how changing food prices affect families and communities while promoting awareness of Sustainable Development Goals 2 (Zero Hunger) and 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).

Learning Outcomes

  • Collect and record real-life market data accurately.
  • Apply addition, subtraction, averages and percentages to analyse food prices.
  • Create charts and graphs using Excel or Google Sheets.
  • Interpret data trends and predict future price movements.
  • Understand the economic factors influencing food prices.
  • Develop teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Activities

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Food Price Wall Chart

Students created and updated a classroom wall chart displaying monthly food price changes.

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Research & SDGs

Learners investigated factors affecting food prices and explored SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth).

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Market Interviews

Students interviewed market traders and canteen operators to understand the impact of changing food prices.

Students interviewing local market traders to understand how changing food prices affect businesses, consumers, and the local economy.

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Report Writing

Learners prepared reports and reflections, sharing their findings with partner schools.

Market Maths Excel Report

Preview of the students' Market Maths Excel Report.

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Project Evidence

Evidence Center

Browse photographs, videos, presentations and reports documenting every stage of Class Room to Chambers.

Market Maths Project Launch

Official banner introducing the Market Maths project and its learning objectives.

Market Survey

Students collected and recorded the prices of selected food items from local markets.

Data Recording Exercise

Learners carefully documented market prices for analysis and comparison.

Price Analysis

Students analysed weekly price changes using mathematical calculations and graphs.

Comparing Market Trends

Learners compared market prices and identified trends affecting household food costs.

Market Investigation

Students continued their fieldwork by monitoring food price fluctuations across markets.

Price Comparison Activity

Students compared data collected from different markets and discussed possible causes of price differences.

Final Analysis

Final data interpretation highlighting long-term market trends and economic insights.

Market Maths Awareness Poster

Project poster promoting mathematical thinking through real-life market investigations.

Market Price Record Sheet

Students' completed data collection sheet showing weekly prices of selected food items used for statistical analysis.