YEAR 10 MATHS ELECTIVES
MATHEMATICS - NUMERACY
Numeracy provides for the continuing mathematical development of students who need mathematical skills to support their other subjects and who do not intend to undertake Unit 3 and 4 studies in VCE Mathematics.
In Numeracy there is a strong emphasis on using mathematics in practical contexts relating to everyday life, recreation, work and study. Students are encouraged to use appropriate technology in all areas of their study. These units will be especially useful for students undertaking VET studies. The areas of study are:
Space, Shape and Design
Patterns and Number
Handling Data
Measurement
A graphics calculator is NOT required for this subject.
MATHEMATICS - GENERAL
Year 10 Mathematics caters for a majority of students who want to follow a General Mathematics course in Year 11 and 12.
It is assessed against Victorian Curriculum, with a focus on areas which will prepare students for General Mathematics or Foundation Mathematics studies in VCE.
A CAS calculator is NOT essential for this subject, but can be purchased and used in class for preparation for VCE subjects in future years.
EXTENSION MATHS - METHODS
Year 10 Extension Mathematics allows higher achieving students to be well prepared for a Mathematics Methods/Specialist course in Year 11 and 12.
Students will be encouraged to answer more enriched mathematical questions, as well as covering the basics. It is assessed against Victorian Curriculum with a focus on areas which will prepare students for Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics studies in VCE.
Students can also complete Year 11 General Mathematics or Year 11 Maths Methods (consultation with the Mathematics Domain Leader is required) as part of their Year 10 subjects while studying this course.
A CAS calculator is ESSENTIAL for this subject.