Mathematics
Specific Content AS 91026 Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems. (4 credits – internal) AS 91027 Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems. (4 credits – external) AS 91028 Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs. (4 credits – external) AS 91035 Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle. (4 credits – internal) AS 91037 Demonstrate understanding of chance and data. (4 credits – external)
YEARS 9 & 10 Status Prerequisites
Compulsory
None Four
Periods per week
Description In Years 9 and 10 students study Level 4 and Level 5 of the three strands of the New Zealand Curriculum: number and algebra, geometry and measurement, and probability and statistics. While the focus in Year 9 is more on mastering mathematical skills and solving simple problems, students in Year 10 increasingly develop higher level thinking skills by carrying out investigations. Each student is placed in a mixed ability class where there is plenty of scope to support and extend students. Students are given the opportunity to participate in activities such as Cantamath, the University of Otago Junior Maths Competition and the Australian Mathematics Competition. In addition, some students who show mastery of curriculum Level 5 and evidence for sustained higher level thinking enter an accelerated programme in Year 10, in which they study mathematics at NCEA Level 1. Assessment Ongoing formative assessments to check progress and internal examinations.
GENERAL MATHEMATICS Description
This is a full NCEA Level 1 course designed for students who intend to advance to Mathematics with Statistics in Year 12 and Year 13. Total credits = 18 Specific Content AS 91026 Apply numeric reasoning in solving problems. (4 credits – internal) AS 91029 Apply linear algebra in solving problems. (3 credits – internal) AS 91032 Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement problems. (3 credits – internal) AS 91035 Investigate a given multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle. (4 credits – internal)
YEAR 11 Status
There are three mathematics courses in Year 11: • Mathematics • General mathematics • Foundation mathematics It is compulsory to do one of these.
Prerequisites None Periods per week Five
MATHEMATICS Description: This is a full NCEA Level 1 algebraic course designed for students who intend to advance to Mathematics with Calculus in Year 12 and Year 13. Total credits = 20 available
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