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Aim

The study of Mathematics Standard in Stage 6 enables students to develop their knowledge and understanding of what it means to work mathematically, improve their skills to solve problems relating to their present and future needs and aspirations, and improve their understanding of how to communicate in a concise and systematic manner.

Objectives

Knowledge, skills and understanding

Students:

  • develop the ability to apply reasoning, and the use of appropriate language, in the evaluation and construction of arguments and the interpretation and use of models based on mathematical concepts
  • develop the ability to use concepts and apply techniques to the solution of problems in algebra and modelling, measurement, financial mathematics, data and statistics, probability and networks
  • develop the ability to use mathematical skills and techniques, aided by appropriate technology, to organise information and interpret practical situations
  • develop the ability to interpret and communicate mathematics in a variety of written and verbal forms, including diagrams and graphs.

Values and attitudes

Students value and appreciate:

  • mathematics as an essential and relevant part of life, recognising that its development and use have been largely in response to human needs by societies all around the globe
  • the importance of resilience in undertaking mathematical challenges, taking responsibility for their own learning and evaluating their mathematical development.
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