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Curriculum 2024

Mathematics

 

Subject Name Mathematics
Year Level 8
Subject Length Full Year
Subject Type Compulsory
Staff Contact Amanda Clark
amanda.clark581@schools.sa.edu.au

Content

Throughout the course, students will develop their mathematical and problem-solving skills.  Topics may include: 

  • Directed Numbers
  • Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
  • Measurement
  • Algebra
  • Coordinate Geometry
  • Rates and Ratios
  • Time

Assessment

Students complete topic tests, investigations, and activities involving information and communications technologies.

Additional Information

Students will require a scientific calculator (recommended Casio fx-82AU PLUS II).  Students are enrolled in Connect Mathematics, Mathematics or General Mathematics based on teacher recommendations and parent approval. Teacher recommendations are based on previous achievements, PAT and NAPLAN results.