Students as Creators

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Amplifying Maths Learning Through Quiz Design

In our classroom, we believe students learn best when they become creators of knowledge rather than simply consumers of it. This term, our maths focus on measurement provided the perfect opportunity to put this belief into practice. Instead of completing a traditional test, students were challenged to design and share their very own maths quiz.

The task was simple but powerful: create 5–10 accurate and well-thought-out questions on topics we had explored in measurement. But the real excitement came from how they brought their quizzes to life. Using Canva, students designed visually engaging layouts that captured attention and made maths feel fun and dynamic. To amplify their work even further, they incorporated multimedia elements such as images, video, and even audio. Suddenly, their quizzes weren’t just worksheets—they became interactive experiences.

Through this process, students demonstrated much more than their knowledge of measurement. They tapped into their creativity, experimented with design, and learned to think like teachers, considering how to challenge and engage their peers. By sharing their quizzes, students amplified their learning: explaining concepts reinforced their understanding, while trying out each other’s quizzes promoted collaboration and peer-to-peer teaching.

What stood out most was the sense of ownership students felt over their learning. They weren’t just answering questions—they were crafting experiences that showed their grasp of mathematical ideas in innovative ways. Along the way, they also developed valuable digital skills, learning how to use Canva and other tools to communicate ideas effectively.

This project reminded us that when we give students the tools to create, they rise to the challenge in inspiring ways. By blending maths content with design and multimedia, we saw greater engagement, deeper learning, and a lot of pride in the work produced. Most importantly, our students discovered that they can be the authors of their own learning journeys—creators, not just consumers.

Measurement quiz by Whaea Gaylene's Class - R8

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