Year 10 Mathematics/Pāngarau
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs L. Bowater.
Our junior courses are based on the study of the three strands of Mathematics and Statistics:
• Number and Algebra
•Space (Geometry and Measurement)
• Statistics
In studying these strands, and the connections between them, students develop the ability to think creatively, critically, strategically and logically. They learn problem-solving skills and how to interpret and communicate the solutions to these problems. All the courses at the junior level prepare the students for further study in the Senior school, including the achievement of the numeracy requirements at NCEA Level one. These courses' teaching incorporates the values and key competencies as outlined in the NZ Curriculum.
Homework is 1 - 1.5 hours weekly.
Students who are continuing to progress towards curriculum level 4P at the end of their Year 9 may be placed in NUM010 instead of MAT010 by their Year 9 Mathematics teacher.
Course Overview
Term 1
Number
Term 2
Algebra
Term 3
Measurement
Space/Geometry
Term 4
Statistics
Probability
Canal project investigation.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
2 x Exercise Book 1J5 5mm Quad Book
2 x Blue biro pan
1 x Red biro pen
1 x 30cm Ruler
1 x Protractor
1 x Scientific Casio FX-82 calculator (compulsory)
Pathway
Assessment Information
E-asTTle is the main platform for testing in Junior Mathematics and written tests will feature during the year. Year 10 students are required to get Level 5 proficiency or above in e-asTTle testing in both Number, Measurement and Algebra. Students receive a username and password allowing parents and caregivers to access results at any time.Numeracy testing opportunities will occur twice a year, at the end of terms two and four. This is an online test which will be completed under test conditions in the hall.
Progress reports are written at the end of each term and published on the Parent Portal.