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IB Math Applications and Interpretations SL ( C & D ) Prerequisite / Selection Process : IB Math Applications and Interpretations SL ( A & B ) Intended Audience : For students who are interested in developing their mathematics for describing our world , modelling and solving practical problems using the power of technology . Students who take Mathematics : Applications and interpretation will be those who enjoy mathematics best when seen in a practical context . Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Geometry
• Trigonometry
• Calculus
• Exploration
• SL Exam required in this course Projects , Activities , etc .: Projects , written work , and exploratory activities Instructional Focus : . Instruction is provided in a variety of ways including using technology , hands on activities , and other assessments to prepare students for an understanding of what is on the required IB Exam
IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL 11 Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Advanced Algebra or Honors HS Algebra II Intended Audience : Grades 10 and 11 Intended for students who will go on to study subjects with a more mathematical focus but not a need beyond Calculus Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Algebra , functions , and equations
• Circular functions and trigonometry
• Statistics and Probability
• SL Exam required in year 12 Projects , Activities , etc .: Written work and preparation for senior year exploration Instructional Focus : Instruction encourages students to think at a higher level and combine previous and current knowledge to solve problems . Instruction is focused on preparing students for the required IB Exam in year 12
IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL 12 Prerequisite / Selection Process : IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL 11 OR Honors Pre calc and a Statistics course Intended Audience : Intended for students who will go on to study subjects with a more mathematical focus but not a need beyond Calculus . For students who are interested in developing their mathematics for describing our world , modelling and solving practical problems using the power of technology . Students who take Mathematics : Applications and interpretation will be those who enjoy mathematics best when seen in a practical context .
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Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Calculus
• Internal exploration
• External assessment preparation
• SL Exam required in year 12 Projects , Activities , etc .: Exploration Instructional Focus : Instruction encourages students to think at a higher level and combine previous and current knowledge to solve problems . Instruction is focused on preparing students for the required IB Exam components .
[ AP Calculus AB / BC ]/ IB Mathematics HL 11 [ CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Honors Precalculus Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Three trimesters = 1.5 credits Major Outcomes :
• Functions
• Limits , derivatives , integrals
• Improper integrals
• Partial fractions , infinite series
• Parametric , vector , and polar functions
• HL Exam required in year 12 Projects , Activities , etc .: Varies by teacher Instructional Focus : Same as AP Calculus AB for first two trimesters [ 1.0 credit course ] and same as AP Calculus BC for one trimester course [ 0.5 credit course ]
IB Math Analysis and Approaches HL 12 Prerequisite / Selection Process : AP / IB Calc AB / BC HL Intended Audience : Students who will go on to study a subject with substantial mathematics content such as mathematics , engineering or physical sciences . It is designed for students who enjoy developing their mathematics to become fluent in the construction of mathematical arguments and develop strong skills in mathematical thinking . They will explore real and abstract applications , sometimes with technology , and will enjoy the thrill of mathematical problem solving and generalization . Credit : Two trimesters = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Algebra , functions and equations
• Circular functions and trigonometry
• Probability
• Statistics
• Calculus
• Limits , derivations and integrals
• HL Exam required in year 12 Projects , Activities , etc .: Exploration Instructional Focus : ..... Instruction presented in a variety of ways . Investigation of real life situations and applications to mathematical models . Instruction is focused on preparing students for the required IB Exam components .
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ELECTIVES
IB Music SL [ CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Must also be enrolled in Band III , Choir III or Orchestra III Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Six trimesters = 3.0 credits Major Outcomes :
• Study Western music from Middle Ages to present
• Gain awareness of music of selected non-Western cultures
• Gain knowledge of rudiments of music
• Understand notational systems
• Apply these elements by analyzing works of music
• Internal and external assessments
• SL Exam required in grade 12 Projects , Activities , etc .: A musical investigation project , plus one of the following : two compositions , solo performance CD or group performance CD
IB Music HL [ CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Must also be enrolled in Band III , Choir III or Orchestra III Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : Six trimesters = 3.0 credits Major Outcomes :
• Study Western music from Middle Ages to present
• Gain awareness of music of selected non-Western cultures
• Gain knowledge of rudiments of music
• Understand notational systems
• Apply these elements by analyzing works of music
• Internal and external assessments
• HL Exam required in grade 12 Projects , Activities , etc .: A musical investigation project , three compositions and a solo performance CD
IB Business and Management SL-3 Tri [ CPHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : [ AC ] Business Management Intended Audience : Grade 11 or 12 students who have completed Business Management and are interested in continuing on with higher level business curriculum . Credit : Three trimesters = 1.5 credits Major Outcomes :
• Business Activity and Environments
• Introduction to Finance and Accounts
• Marketing
• Human resource management
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