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Mathematics is the exploration and use of patterns and relationships in quantities, space, and time. Statistics is the exploration and use of patterns and relationships in data. These two disciplines are related but different ways of thinking and of solving problems. Both equip students with effective means for investigating, interpreting, explaining, and making sense of the world in which they live - New Zealand Curriculum
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Mathematics is the abstract science of number, quantity, and space, either as abstract concepts (pure mathematics), or as applied to other disciplines such as physics and engineering (applied mathematics). You will:
develop flexibility and creativity in applying mathematical ideas and techniques to unfamiliar problems arising in everyday life, and develop the ability to reflect critically on the methods they have chosen
become an effective participant in problem-solving teams, learning to express ideas, and to listen and respond to the ideas of others
develop the skills of presentation and critical appraisal of a mathematical argument or calculation, use mathematics to explore and conjecture, and learn from mistakes as well as successes
develop the characteristics of logical and systematic thinking, and apply these in mathematical and other contexts, including other subjects of the curriculum
become a confident and competent user of information technology in mathematical contexts
develop the skills and confidence to use your own language, and the language of mathematics, to express mathematical ideas
develop the knowledge and skills to interpret written presentation of mathematics
This year you will study several new topics, and revise and extend the material you learnt in Years 9 and 10 as you prepare for the NCEA Level 1 qualification. Topics covered in the course:
Algebra and Graphs
Measurement
Geometry, Coordinate Geometry
Statistics
The Year 11 course follows on naturally from Year 9 and Year 10 Mathematics, sharing considerable overlap with the Year 10 course. The Year 11 course is viewed as both a revision and maintenance of skills learned to date, with an extension of selected material and several new topics being introduced for the first time. Various enrichment exercises are possible within this course for the more able students.
This course is recommended for students who
completed Year 10 Mathematics with sound understanding
demonstrated ability in solving relational problems
Entry into the course is subject to HOD approval.
Assessments
This course will be assessed with two significant in-class assessments (one Statistics Project and one Measurement Project) and an end-of-year examination covering Algebra, Geometry, and Graphing
Potential Pathways from this Subject
Year 11 Mathematics flows directly into one of four Year 12 courses (12MAC, 12MAS, 12MAI or 12MAP).
We hope you have a successful and interesting year!
Mr Hawke is in charge of NCEA Level 1 Mathematics – please feel free to contact him: