Course Offerings -- Math

Math Department

Integrated Math 9 7113

Prerequisite: Successful completion of 8th-grade mathematics course

Length: One Year Credit: One full credit

Description: Integrated Math 9 is a problem-solving and applications based course. The course combines aspects of algebra, functions, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics, allowing students to extend their thinking and understanding and apply it in a variety of contexts. Technology will be used to develop and enhance student understanding of major concepts in mathematics. The major course content includes linear equations and inequalities; coordinate geometry; data modeling and statistics; geometry and right triangle trigonometry, exponents and exponential functions; and an introduction to quadratic functions. A TI-NSpire (non-CAS) calculator is required for this course. Students who successfully complete the Integrated Math 9 course will be eligible to move on to the Integrated Math 10 course the following year.

Integrated Math 10 7120

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 9 or similar mathematics course

Length: One Year Credit: One full credit

Description: Integrated Math 10 is the continuation of the Integrated Math 9 course and is the final step in the preparation for the IB Mathematics courses offered at AISL. It is a course that focuses on functions and their applications. Problem-solving and effective use of technology is emphasized throughout the course. The major course content includes quadratic functions; functions and their transformations; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometry and trigonometric functions; and probability. A TI-NSpire (non-CAS) calculator is required for this course. Students who successfully complete the Integrated Mathematics 10 course will be fully prepared for one of the IB Mathematics courses offered at AISL, depending on the level of achievement, mathematical abilities, and the approaches to learning demonstrated throughout the course.

Integrated Math 10 Extended 7121

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 9 with a grade of B+ or above and teacher recommendation

Length: One Year Credit: One full credit

Description: The contents of this course will follow the Integrated Math 10 course above but taught at a higher level that includes more in-depth analysis in preparation for the IB’s higher-level courses. There will be commonalities with the standard maths course but with an extended study of Exponential and Trigonometric Functions, an introduction to calculus and a focus on problem-solving. This course will also cover aspects of probability not covered in the standard level course. A TI-NSpire (non-CAS) calculator is required for this course.

IB Math Applications and Interpretations SL I 7133 / II 7143

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 10 with C or above Length: Two Years

Credit: One full credit per year

Description: This course is designed for students who enjoy solving practical problems using mathematics and using mathematics to describe and model the real world. The course is most suitable for those students who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models and who enjoy the more practical side of mathematics. The five core topics are Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, Statistics and Probability, and Calculus. There will also be 30 hours of the course devoted to investigative, problem solving, and inquiry activities culminating in a written exploration that involves investigation, problem-solving and modeling skills. This course is ideal for students who wish to gain understanding and competence in how math relates to the real world and to other subjects. A TI-NSpire (non-CAS) calculator is required for this course.

IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL I 7135 / II 7145

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 10 with B or above and the recommendation of the teacher. Length: Two Years

Credit: One full credit per year

Description: This course is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics or subjects that have a large mathematical content at university; it is for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem-solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. The five core topics are Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, Statistics and Probability, and Calculus. There will also be 30 hours of the course devoted to investigative, problem solving, and inquiry activities culminating in a written exploration that involves investigation, problem-solving and modeling skills. This course differs from Applications and Interpretations as it will include non-calculator based assessments and considers formal argument and proof and involves contexts developed purely within the domain of mathematics. It is ideal for students who wish to study math as a subject in its own right or to pursue their interests in areas related to mathematics. A TI-NSpire (non-CAS) calculator is required for this course.

IB Math Analysis and Approaches HL I 7136 / II 7146

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math 10 with A- or above and the recommendation of the teacher.

Length: Two Years

Credit: One full credit per year

Description: This is a challenging course that requires very strong algebra and analytical skills. Students will be faced with situations in which they have to create equations from very unfamiliar situations. The course allows the use of technology, as fluency in relevant mathematical software and hand-held technology is important regardless of choice of course. However, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches has a strong emphasis on the ability to construct, communicate and justify correct mathematical arguments with and without technology. The five core topics are Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, Statistics and Probability, and Calculus. There will also be 30 hours of the course devoted to investigative, problem solving, and inquiry activities culminating in a written exploration that involves investigation, problem-solving and modeling skills. This course differs from Applications and Interpretations as it will include non-calculator based assessments and considers formal argument and proof and involves contexts developed purely within the domain of mathematics. It is ideal for students who wish to study math as a subject in its own right or to pursue their interests in areas related to mathematics. A TI-NSpire (non-CAS) calculator is required for this course.