MATHEMATICS COURSE : Mathematics Introductory Statement
All pupils will continue their study of mathematics in S3 . Courses are based on the experiences and outcomes of Curriculum for Excellence at 3 rd and 4 th levels and lay the foundation for further study in S4 .
Aims & Objectives
The study of maths enables pupils to : develop an understanding of mathematical concepts in context study more abstract concepts and develop new kinds of thinking understand how mathematics is applied in the world around us develop numeracy skills for life and work develop financial awareness interpret numerical information to enable informed decision making develop problem solving skills .
Course Content Mathematics courses are divided into three broad areas of study :
Number , Money and Measure includes working with whole numbers , decimals , fractions and percentages . We study negative numbers , multiples , factors , powers and roots . This section includes skills in personal finance , managing time and measure length , area and volume . The relationship between speed , distance and time is explored . We cover a variety of algebra skills including solving equations , working with expressions and using formulae .
Shape , Position and Movement covers the properties of 2D and 3D shapes , Pythagoras and Trigonometry , co-ordinates , scale drawings and navigation .
Information Handling includes collecting , interpreting and displaying data , analysing data and drawing conclusions and understanding probability .
Skills Developed
We aim to support pupils in their development of skills for life and work by : building confidence in numeracy improving problem solving skills and levels of logical thought supporting lifelong learning through encouraging the development of skills in independent study developing personal responsibility by raising awareness of personal finance issues developing skills in working together through collaborative tasks and social goals encouraging the appropriate use of ICT encouraging clear , correct verbal and written communication
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