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Whenever you can, count.
Galton, [Sir] Francis (1822-1911 )
In J. R. Newman (ed.) The World of Mathematics , New York : Simon and Schuster, 1956.
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Welcome to the Mathematics faculty.
Knowledge of mathematics is an essential part of our daily lives, and an integral
part of a student's education.
Knowledge of mathematics enhances both the understanding of the world we live in and the quality of participation in our rapidly changing society.
Mathematics has the power to change the society in which we live and is the key to the future growth and prosperity of our country.
At Maroochydore State High all students are required to study Mathematics from Yr8 through to Yr 12 across a range of programs.
Middle School Yr 8 and 9
The middle school Mathematics program is currently being reorganised around the QCAR Essential Learnings.
Good teaching of Mathematics is dynamic. During this period of renewal the Mathematics faculty continues to offer a course that combines an investigative approach to learning and discrete Mathematics skill acquisition.
Students entering Year 8 can apply to enter the Mathematics/ Science Concept class. This program currently runs for 1 year and allows students to investigate both maths and science in greater depth.
Students requiring remediation in year 9 (on teacher recommendation) have the option of studying in a supported learning environment on a modified program.
Year 10
Students in Year 10 can study a course in Mathematics which offers preparation for Mathematics B and C in the Advanced Maths Course or preparation for Mathematics A or Prevocational Mathematics in the Mainstream course.
Students requiring remediation in year 10 (on teacher recommendation) have the option of studying in a supported learning environment on a modified program.
Year 11 and 12
Students can select from the following Mathematics subjects:
Mathematics A
The intent of Mathematics A is to encourage students to develop positive attitudes towards mathematics by approaches involving exploration, investigation, application of knowledge and skills, problem solving and communication. Students will be encouraged to work systematically and logically, and to communicate with and
about mathematics.
Mathematics A is recommended for students wishing to persue further study and training in the technical trades such as tool-making, sheet-metal working, fitting and turning, carpentry and plumbing, automechanics , tourism and hospitality, administrative and managerial employment in a wide range of industries.
It is also suitable as a precursor to tertiary studies in subjects with moderate demand in mathematics.
Mathematics B
The intent of Mathematics B is to raise students' competence in and confidence with the mathematics needed to make informed decisions to ensure scientific literacy and to function effectively in a technologically skilled workforce. Students will be encouraged to model mathematically, to work systematically and logically,
to conjecture and reflect, to prove and justify and to communicate with and about mathematics. Higher-order thinking skills are developed in problem solving.
Mathematics B is recommended for students wishing to engage take up tertiary studies in subjects with high demand in mathematics, especially in the areas of science, medicine, mining and engineering, information technology, mathematics, finance, business and economics.
Mathematics C
Students are given the opportunity to develop their full mathematical potential and extend the knowledge acquired in Mathematics B. Of importance is the development of student thinking skills, as well as student recognition and use of mathematical structures and patterns. Opportunities are provided for students to appreciate
the power of mathematics, and to see the role it plays in modelling and understanding many aspects of the world's environment.
Mathematics C is recommended as a companion subject to Mathematics B. It provides additional preparation for tertiary studies in subjects with high demand in mathematics, especially in the areas of science, medicine, mining and engineering, information technology, mathematics, finance, business and economics.
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