curriculum
Maybe we should be aiming for computer programming instead of calculus in Math?
Posted by David Wees on Jan 28, 2010
I read an article one time which questioned why we choose calculus to be the top of the math pyramid in school. Basically, most of the mathematics students learn once they master the basics aims toward preparing the students to take calculus at the end of K-12 school. The article I read suggested that statistics instead of calculus should be at the top because it is much more practical to real life than calculus is.
Curriculum Resources for IB Mathematical Studies
Posted by David Wees on Mar 7, 2009
Here are some links to my schemes of work I am currently using for IB Mathematical Studies, for Year 1 and Year 2, created in collaboration with Craig Molla.
IB Mathematical Studies Year 1
IB Mathematical Studies Year 2
I also have my personal unit plans for IB Mathematical Studies Year 2 available:
Disclaimer: The ideas discussed on this blog are my own, and in no way represent those of my employer.
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