Kelston Girls’ College Kelston Girls’ College

Natural Number - Mathematics and Science

JNNUM3MS
Courses Description

Head of Pathway: Ms M. Yelkur, Ms L. Neveling.

What You Will Learn

  • In the "Natural Numbers" module, you'll dive into how maths meets science. You'll learn to plan investigations, understand data with statistics, and explore probability with two-way tables and chance outcomes. Discover life processes with MRS GREN, study cell functions, and investigate how organisms adapt to their ecosystems. You'll also delve into DNA, genes, and evolution, and explore New Zealand's unique biodiversity and evolution basics.

In This Course You Will...

  • Participate in theoretical lessons, practical investigations, and project-based learning.
  • Conduct statistical and probabilistic investigations related to scientific contexts.
  • Collaborate on projects that apply mathematical skills to real-world scientific problems.
  • Engage in field trips and lab experiments for hands-on learning.
  • Complete assessments including investigations, project reports, quizzes, and presentations.

You Will Like This Course If...

  • You enjoy connecting Mathematics and Science.
  • You are interested in real-world problem-solving and investigations.
  • You appreciate hands-on learning through field trips and lab experiments.
  • You want to explore New Zealand's biodiversity and evolutionary concepts.
  • You seek to develop problem-solving, analytical, and collaborative skills.
Learning Areas:

Junior Trimester 3 Line 2 Numeracy


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Disclaimer

        
The standards offered are correct at the time of writing. These are subject to change depending on student selections.
We endeavour to run all courses but are subject to minimise class sizes. Maximum class sizes apply. Once a course is full alternative selections are needed.
Course context or content may change by the start of the year.
Once a student makes their selections and confirms these, any changes must be accompanied by a letter of support from Whanau and are subject to available spaces in courses. 
All Junior Bilingual students must select the literacy and numeracy modules in the language of their pathway each trimester and one other integrated language module  (3 out of 4 of their modules must be bilingual).
All senior Bilingual students must take all modules available in the language of their pathway.