This course requires 2 options.
Year 11 Maths Readiness
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Blissett.
This course is aimed at students in Year 10 who, based on their performance in Maths thus far, would take two academic years to reach the level required to pass the Level 1 Achievement Standards being offered in the 1MAT course.
This course will focus on the following
- 3x Financial Literacy Unit Standards (8 NCEA L1 credits)
- Numeracy co-requisite Common Assessment Activity (10 Numeracy only Credits)
- 1.3 Mathematical & Statistical Interpretations Achievement Standard (5 NCEA L1 credits - Optional)
The ideal outcome for students is that they are able to work at curriculum level 4/5 or higher, attain numeracy and be ready to tackle a full achievement standards course (1MAT) the following year.
Recommended Prior Learning
Junior Mathematics achieving at 4B or below
Approximate Costs and Equipment/Stationery
Students will need the following stationary:
2x 1E8 exercise book
Scientific Calculator (Tech.Inc 991ES or Casio FX82AU recommended)
Internet & typing capable device
Pens (Blue/Black)
Pencil
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Perform income-related calculations for personal finances
NZQA Info
Produce a budget to manage personal finances
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of personal financial goal setting
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Apply mathematics and statistics in a range of everyday situations
There will be multiple opportunities for students to sit this assessment. Each opportunity is a singular event with no opportunity to catch up until the next Activity is provided later in the year.
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 1.3 - Interpret and apply mathematical and statistical information in context