Mathematics
Mathematics, rightly viewed, possesses not only truth, but also supreme beauty.
Bertrand Russell
Mathematics plays an essential role both within the school and in society. It promotes a powerful universal language, analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills that contribute to the development of logical, abstract and critical thinking. Moreover, understanding and being able to use mathematics with confidence is not only an advantage in school but also a skill for problem solving and decision-making in everyday life. Therefore, mathematics should be accessible to and be studied by all students.
Mathematics is well known as a foundation for the study of sciences, engineering and technology. However, it is also increasingly important in other areas of knowledge such as economics and other social sciences. MYP mathematics aims to equip all students with the knowledge, understanding and intellectual capabilities to address further courses in mathematics, as well as to prepare those students who will use mathematics in their workplace and life in general.
In MYP mathematics, the four main objectives support the IB learner profile, promoting the development of students who are knowledgeable, inquirers, communicators and reflective learners.
Overall, MYP mathematics expects all students to appreciate the beauty and usefulness of mathematics as a remarkable cultural and intellectual legacy of humankind, and as a valuable instrument for social and economic change in society.
At DISV we offer Mathematics as part of the taught curriculum. Meeting for five 40 minutes sessions per week from Grade 6 to Grade 10 for the whole year. In Grade 10 students are placed in either standard or extended groups depending on their Mathematical ability. This enables a smoother transition through to the IB Diploma courses. The Aims and Objectives and Curriculum Overview can be found in this section of the website.
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