MAT001

Year 9 Mathematics / Pāngarau

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs L. Bowater.

Our junior courses are based on studying 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 of 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 an expectation to complete 1 - 1.5 hours weekly.

Course Overview

Term 1
Number

Term 2
Algebra

Term 3
Measurement
Space

Term 4
Statistics
Probability
Canal 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

Pathway

Assessment Information

E-asTTle is the main platform for testing in Junior Mathematics. Students receive a username and password allowing parents and caregivers to access results at any time. Written tests will feature during the year, end of term one, two, three and four. Numeracy testing 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. .