Level 1 Mathematics for Numeracy 101
NUM101 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs L. MacEwan.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents will be placed by the HOD in the Level 1 Mathematics course. This will be in conjunction with the students wishes and needs and what best suits the individual. A conversation should happen between the student and their Yr 10 teacher.
Numeracy 101
NUM101 is a required course for anyone who does not have the numeracy corequisite. From 2023 you must have Numeracy in order to achieve Level 1, 2 or 3 in NCEA.
The course is designed to help prepare students to gain Numeracy. Numeracy is being able to apply knowledge to everyday situations and decision-making.
For Year 12 and 13 students, this will be a sixth subject which will drop to a study once they have passed the Common assessment task offered in Term 2 and Term 3.
For Year 11 students, once they gain Numeracy they will work on Financial Literacy Unit standards or other Achievement standards.
A calculator is expected in class for this course. A scientific calculator is acceptable.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
NCEA Level 2 Personal Financial Capability 201
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThere is an optional numeracy books students can purchase.