Mathematics & Statistics
Document outlining 2024/2025 Mathematics plan.
Note that levels 4 and 5 are intended to be two year programmes.
Level 1 NCEA Mathematics and Statistics
Term 3 focuses on the NCEA Level 1 external standard AS 91947, which involves demonstrating mathematical reasoning.
The course develops students’ ability to solve mathematical problems, communicate their thinking clearly, and make logical connections between different mathematical ideas. Students will strengthen their understanding of key Level 1 skills and learn how to show reasoning in a way that is suitable for an external examination.
Pāngarau | Mathematical Reasoning
AS 91947 - External Assessment, 5 Credits
In this topic, you will solve mathematical problems and use reasoning to explain your thinking.
The assessment focuses on using appropriate mathematical methods, showing clear working, and communicating mathematical ideas using correct mathematical language and representations.
You will learn how to:
- select and apply appropriate mathematical methods
- use mathematical concepts, terms, and representations correctly
- carry out a logical sequence of steps within a problem
- communicate mathematical thinking using clear working, diagrams, graphs, and explanations
- make connections between different mathematical ideas
- develop clear chains of reasoning to support your answers
The mathematics involved may include ideas from number, algebra, measurement, geometry, and space. This may include skills such as algebraic manipulation, graphing, equations, measurement, area, Pythagoras, trigonometry, ratios, and other Level 1 mathematical methods.
A major focus this term will be on algebra, graphing, and mathematical reasoning, while also revisiting important skills from earlier in the year.
To achieve higher grades, students need to link mathematical ideas logically and extend their reasoning, for example by forming generalisations, giving a proof, or extending a method to investigate or solve a problem.
The emphasis is on reasoning and communication, rather than simply getting a final answer.
Success in this course depends on regular attendance, active participation, and showing clear mathematical working and explanations.
Students should bring a maths exercise book, a pen, and a scientific calculator to every lesson.
Some of the mathematical ideas that may appear in the external assessment have already been taught earlier in the year. Students joining the class for the first time in Term 3 should be aware that they may need to complete additional catch-up work outside of class.
Stationery and equipment
- Maths workbook (1E5, 1E8, or 1J5)
- Pens, pencils, eraser, ruler
Calculator
Having your own calculator is strongly recommended. Becoming familiar with a calculator you own is a real advantage for assessments.
- Casio FX-8200 AU: A budget-friendly scientific calculator suitable up to and including Level 7.
- Graphing calculator option: If you plan to continue to Level 8 (Year 13) and university, a graphing calculator such as the Casio FX-9750 or a similar NZQA-approved model is recommended.
A full list of NZQA-approved calculators is available on the NZQA website.
https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/student-assessment-hub/list-of-approved-calculators/