NCEA Level 1 Mathematics E 111 with External Assessments
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs L. MacEwan
Mathematics External 111
This course aims to give high achieving students the necessary mathematical and algebraic skills and background to continue with Mathematics at Level 2, as well as to further develop logical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
This course is designed around the Level 1 achievement standards and Level 6 of the Mathematics Curriculum. Students are expected to sit all standards offered in these courses to be admitted into Level 2 courses.
Course Overview
Term 1
In this term, they will be working on the following internal standards, Number and Linear Algebra. We will also be working on the Geometric Standard, which is an external standard.
Term 2
The internal standard covered in this term is Multivariate Statistics. We will also continue with Geometric Reasoning.
Term 3
This term will mainly be a focus on the Algebra content. The external for the Algebra standard will also occur at the end of this term; approximately week 9. We will also start work for the external Chance and Data.
Term 4
This term we will finish the work for Chance and Data.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students should have gained Merit or better in most Year 10 common tests and in all sections of the Year 10 exam. Students will be placed by the HOD in the Level 1 Mathematics course which most suits their background and ability.
Pathway
MATE111 is a required course for anyone intending to study University courses requiring Mathematics and/or Statistics.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.
External
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 4
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Term: 3, Week: 3
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Term: 1, Week: 5
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Term: 4, Week: 4