Mathematics is a reasoning and creative activity employing abstraction and generalization to identify, describe and apply patterns and relationships. Mathematics incorporates the processes of questioning, reflecting, reasoning and proof. It is a powerful tool for solving familiar and unfamiliar problems both within and beyond mathematics. 

Mathematics K – 6 Syllabus 2002 (page 7)

 

Aim:

The aim of Mathematics in K – 10 is to develop students’ mathematical thinking, understanding, competence and confidence in the application of mathematics, their creativity, enjoyment and appreciation of the subject, and their engagement in lifelong learning.

 

Strands

Process              Working Mathematically  (questioning, reasoning, applying                                  

                           strategies, communicating, reflecting)

Content               Number (whole numbers, addition and subtraction, chance,

                           multiplication and division, fractions and decimals)

                           Patterns and Algebra

                           Data

                           Measurement (length, area, volume and capacity, mass, time)

                           Space and Geometry  (two-dimensional space, three-dimensional 

                           space, position)

 

Objectives

Knowledge, Skills and Understanding

 

Students will develop knowledge, skills and understanding:

·        through inquiry, application of problem-solving strategies including the selection and use of appropriate technology, communication, reasoning and reflection

·          in mental and written computation and numerical reasoning

·          in patterning, generalization and algebraic reasoning

·          in collecting, representing, analysing and evaluating information

·          in identifying and quantifying the attributes of shapes and objects and applying measurement strategies

·          in spatial visualization and geometric reasoning

 

Values and Attitudes

 

Students will:

·        appreciate mathematics as an essential and relevant part of life

·        show interest and enjoyment in inquiry and the pursuit of mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding

·        demonstrate confidence in applying mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding to everyday situations and the solution of everyday problems

·        develop and demonstrate perseverance in undertaking mathematical challenges

·        recognise that mathematics has been developed in many cultures in response to human needs.

                       Mathematics K – 6 Syllabus 2002 (page 7)