Level 1 Community Problem Solving
Option Selection will be opened again in January 2024. Information is currently being updated and may change at any time.
Option Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs F. Booker.
Community Problem Solving is a course focussed on investigating real world mathematical applications. It focussed on Edge capabilities such as critical thinking and collaboration. Throughout this course students will select contexts that are relevant to their interests to develop statistical and algebraic thinking and skills. This course prepares students for both Level 2 Calculus and Level 2 Statistics by offering a minimum of 14 credits and the choice to opt into relevant external assessments.
Recommended Prior Learning
Year 10 EDGE Innovation
Pathway
Assessment Information
Assessments will be determined as part of the consultation with students. Each course will typically offer 10-15 credits at level 1 (or level 2).Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This option is eligible for course endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 - Apply calculus methods in solving problems
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 1.1 - Explore data using a statistical enquiry process
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Physics, Earth and Space Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of a physical phenomenon through investigation
Disclaimer
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.