Mathematics: Level 1

Qualification - NCEA level 1

Course Overview

All students will develop their skills in numeracy, problem solving, logical reasoning and the mathematical and statistical literacy needed in the workplace of a technologically oriented society.

Students are encouraged to use the mathematical tools to develop the understanding and attitudes they will require in their future occupations. Level 1 provides the foundation for those students who continue in mathematics or other learning areas where mathematical concepts are central.

Extension:

Apart from the extension work which each teacher provides suitable to the particular ability group and the participation in several highly rated mathematics competitions, students are encouraged to take part in the:

  • Australian Mathematics Competition

  • University of Otago Mathematics Competition

  • Otago O’Mathalon Competition

  • GATE programmes (when offered)

The 5 Big Ideas

1. Critical thinking, and mathematical and statistical generalisations emerge from te hononga of different observations, knowledges, and processes

(Hononga is the concept of identifying relationships, connections, and links to reach conclusions.)

2. Tāiringa kōrero allows for elegance, creativity, and exploration of mathematical and statistical ideas

(Tāiringa kōrero is a thought put forward, on the basis of observations, which is yet to be proved.)

3. In Mathematics and Statistics, wānanga stimulates logical argument, investigation, analysis, and justification, supporting critical evaluation and reasoned conclusions

Wānanga is a process that values time and discourse as integral factors to support learning. In mathematics and statistics, wānanga allows discussion, questions, answers, and critical thought to be transformed into knowledge and understanding.

4. Mathematical and statistical concepts, patterns, and relationships can be represented in multiple ways
5. Mathematical and statistical methods can be used to explore, solve, or model problems while recognising variation, certainty, and uncertainty


Topics Covered

Mathematics: Level 1