9MAT
This course requires 2 options.

9MAT – Year 9 Mathematics & Statistics – 2 Semesters

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs L. McElwain.

Year 9 students will study two semesters of Mathematics & Statistics. Students will learn the different curriculum strands through themed units which could include:

 

  • Money, Money, Money - explore banking, shares, loans, KiwiSaver through NUMBER and Banqer platform
  • Most Valuable Player - STATISTICS sport analysis and future forecasts including PROBABILITY 
  • Gamer Pro - Minecraft and Spheros will be used to explore ALGEBRA and TRIGONOMETRY
  • Top Tradies - design a tiny home with MEASUREMENT skills such as area and scale diagrams

 

Throughout the course, students will develop essential mathematical skills, such as: representing in multiple ways, critical thinking, modelling real life situations, recognising variation and uncertainty. 

 

Education Perfect will be utilised as a tool for teaching and learning and assessment.

 

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 9 Mathematics & Statistics is a compulsory course.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A BYOD device is recommended for this course
Students will also need a scientific calculator; (some devices have these built in)

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