LOCAL DELIVERY
SPECIALIST MATHS
STAGE 2
EYRE PENINSULA SCHOOLS
SPECIALIST MATHS
DELIVERY SCHOOL: AREA SCHOOL
SUBJECT DESCRIPTION FOR STAGE 2 SPECIALIST MATHS
Specialist Mathematics draws on and deepens students' mathematical knowledge, skills, and understanding, and provides opportunities for students to develop their skills in using rigorous mathematical arguments and proofs, and using mathematical models.
It includes the study of functions and calculus. The subject leads to study in a range of tertiary courses such as mathematical sciences, engineering, computer science, and physical sciences.
The topics for Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics are:
TOPIC 1
Mathematical induction
TOPIC 2
Complex numbers
TOPIC 3
Functions & sketching graphs
TOPIC 4
Vectors in three dimensions
TOPIC 5
Integration techniques & applications
TOPIC 6
Rates of change & differential equations
SPECIALIST MATHS
ASSESSMENT
The following assessment types enable students to demonstrate their learning in Stage 2 Mathematical Methods.
School Assessment (70%)
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Assessment Type 1: Skills and Applications Tasks (50%)
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Assessment Type 2: Mathematical Investigation (20%)
External Assessment (30%)
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Assessment Type 3: Examination (30%).
Students provide evidence of their learning through seven or eight assessments, including the external assessment component.
Students undertake:
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five or six skills and applications tasks
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one mathematical investigation
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one examination.
LOCAL DELIVERY
Period of delivery: Full Year (20 units)
Intended Delivery Method:
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At least two weekly video conferences using Microsoft Teams
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At least two 100 minute visits per semester to complete practical's and revision.
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Flipped Learning delivered via Microsoft Teams
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Text/workbook will be supplied by teacher.
Intervention Support
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If an assessment task does not meet the minimum C- level, or if a student does not meet a deadline, the teacher will communicate with the home school contact and/or parents/caregivers to negotiate support strategies.
Reporting
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Students can monitor continuous progress through Microsoft Teams.
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Reports will be provided in line with delivery school processes and timelines.
Prerequisites
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It is recommended that the student has achieved a C or better in Stage 1 Specialist Mathematics
Technical Requirements
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Laptop with working camera and Microsoft Teams installed.
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Microphone/headphones.
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A scientific or graphics calculator.
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Electronic drawing device (touchscreen with pen or Wacom tablet) – limited supply of Wacom tablets available for loan if needed.
LD Delivery school policies relevant to receiving school/student
Deadline and Plagiarism policies in line with SACE Expectations
LOCAL DELIVERY
Eyre Peninsula schools with senior secondary enrolments have made a commitment to offer subjects including SACE and VET to students from other sites across the Eyre Peninsula. This is referred to as Local Delivery. Local Delivery provides students in all schools across the Eyre Peninsula access to a wider range of subjects than what is physically available at their own school.