Description of Course:
Students will cover the necessary numerical, geometric, statistical, algebraic and mathematical skills required to cope with everyday life. Students will learn how to apply their numerical skills and information handling skills to real world problems. Students will also enhance their mathematical ideas and strategies that can be applied to planning and organising aspects of their personal life, the workplace and the wider world.
My learning
What will be different in S4, S5 and S6?
You will increase your mathematical and numerical skills and knowledge and formalise the processes that you use. How will I learn? Students will develop their Mathematical understanding and reasoning skills through a mixture of independent learning, group work, cooperative learning, investigative approaches and use of IT.
How will I know I am progressing?
Students will be given a target to achieve and will be aware of their progress through selfevaluation, peer evaluation and from feedback from teachers. There will be formal assessments peppered throughout the session and students will be given advice on what steps to take to meet their targets.
How can I take this course forward into S5/6?
There are a variety of routes than can be taken as a student progresses from S4. Students will be advised on the appropriate course based on their progress and achievement in S4.
What are the possible career opportunities from this course?
Numeracy and Mathematics qualifications are important for all careers: they show an aptitude for logical and rational thinking and demonstrate problem solving skills. These qualifications are invaluable for careers in Finance, Engineering, Architecture, Computing and many others. CBI Scotland has stated that the vast majority of the companies that make up its members look at a candidates Maths qualification before anything else.
What will my Home Learning commitment be?
All students are expected to keep up to date with the work set. This may mean completing work at home. In addition, approximately one to two hours of homework will be given each 90 week and students are expected to ensure it is completed promptly and completed to a high standard.