Mathematics with Statistics L1
MTS1 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr D. Neufeld.
This course involves the study of a range of topics in Mathematics from Number and Measurement to Probability and Statistics. Overall, Statistics will be infused into all topics to improve statistical analysis skills for a range of situations. This course is recommended for students who would like to pursue further study in Social Science, especially History and Economics, as well as more community orientated careers like lawyer or care provider.
Students will be entered for 4 assessments
There are 3 internal assessments
1. A.S. 91945 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 - Use mathematical methods to explore problems that relate to life in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific
2. A.S. 91944 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 1.1 - Explore data using a statistical enquiry process
3. A.S. 91263 v3 Mathematics and Statistics 2.8 - Design a questionnaire
There is 1 external Common Assessment Task
A.S. 91946 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 1.3 - Interpret and apply mathematical and statistical information in context
Course Overview
Term 1
Integration of Number and Measurement skills with the goal of completing a project for AS1.2
Statistical analysis will also be introduced for some elements.
Term 2
Completion of Project for AS1.2
More in-depth Statistical Analysis study working towards AS1.1 and 1.3
Additional support given for students still requiring Numeracy for the co-requisite digital exam.
Term 3
Completion of Statistical analysis project for 1.1
Preparation for External 1.3 Common Assessment Task
Working on Designing a Questionnaire AS2.8
Term 4
Completion of preparation for 1.3 Common Assessment Task
Support for those requiring Co-requisite Digital Exam sitting 2.
Finish Questionnaire.
Assessment Information
Looking to do 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 for 5 credits each.
Designing a Questionnaire AS2.8
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