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Course: Mathematics with Algebra (NCEA L2 - Mathematics)

Robin Knox —

Mathematics can be defined as the study of patterns, order and structure. A course in Level 2 Mathematics equips students for studies in most other areas of life. Studying Mathematics at this level develops reasoning, an ability to formulate and apply strategies, and to solve problems.

When: 

Semester 1

Subject Area(s):

Level 2 Mathematics with Algebra

This course focuses on the Mathematics strands of the Mathematics and Statistics Curriculum

Mathematics can be defined as the study of patterns, order and structure. A course in Level 2 Mathematics equips students for studies in most other areas of life. Studying Mathematics at this level develops reasoning, an ability to formulate and apply strategies, and to solve problems.

The first semester of this course will use internal standards in Co-ordinate Geometry, Graphs and Using Systems of Equations to apply these methods in solving problems. A good understanding of the algebra in each of these topics will contribute to the external standard in Algebra which will be studied in Term 2.

This course will lead to studying Calculus or Mathematics at Level 3.

Requirements

A Graphics Calculator is essential, preferably a Casio.

Walker Maths books in Co-ordinate Geometry, Graphs and Algebra should be purchased and students will need an “Education Perfect” log-in.

Assessment consists of 3 internal standards and one external standard in Algebra, which will be assessed in November.

Apply Co-ordinate Geometry in Solving Problems (AS 91256 – 2 credits)

Apply Graphical Methods in Solving Problems (AS 91257 – 4 credits)

Apply Systems of Equations in Solving Problems (AS 91269 – 2 credits)

Apply Algebraic Methods in Solving Problems (AS 91261 – 4 credits) – external standard.


About the Teacher;

Robin Knox learned Mathematics as a small child at the dinner table. She could choose between solving maths problems with her Dad, or washing dishes with her Mum. This led to two Physics degrees from the University of Canterbury and a career in teaching Mathematics. (Her sister did the dishes and became an excellent cook, among other things).

Most recently Robin taught in Auckland at Massey High School for 15 years and St Dominic’s College for three. She loves teaching Mathematics to students of any age, but particularly at Level 2, because she believes that Level 2 Maths is an essential skill for everyone, and should be a part of almost all career planning.