IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation

SL
unit icon 12 Units
unit icon 144 Lessons
unit icon 2 Years
IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL is a course designed for students who wish to gain a good knowledge of mathematics, but with an emphasis on the applied nature of the subject. They may have found more traditional mathematics courses a challenge and it will appeal to students who enjoy the practical application of mathematics to real life situations. This course is suitable for students who may go on to further study in subjects that utilise mathematics in this way such as biology, the human sciences and business.

Course Structure

The course covers the following topics:

  • Number and Algebra
  • Functions
  • Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Calculus
  • Number and Algebra
  • Functions
  • Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Calculus

The Benefits

Taking IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL online will enable students to:
  • be supported by highly experienced IB teachers.
  • develop independence in learning and time-management.
  • develop their ability to work in a connected world.
  • become experienced in a wide range of online learning tools.
  • better cope with online learning demands in higher education.

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Course Structure

The five areas below are covered during the IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL course. There is a core set of topics for each area. In addition some of these core topics are considered in more depth and there are also a series of extra topics. In addition to this the course contains investigative and inquiry-based learning, supporting the students in their internally assessed exploration task. There is some content that is common with Mathematics SL Analysis and Approaches course but the Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL has a stronger emphasis on modelling and on using probability and statistics in practical scenarios.

Haese Mathematics eTextbook

This course is dependent on student etextbooks provided by Haese Mathematics and hosted on the Haese Mathematics Snowflake platform. Please ensure you check the Haese Mathematics Snowflake Learning guidance to ensure your systems are able to access this service. This service is provided as part of the Pamoja course fee.

What is different in taking IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation SL online?

Students will have the opportunity to:
  • access a structured learning environment that provides flexibility and support in equal measure.
  • develop their organisational skills.
  • study alongside students from around the world.
  • gain experience of using the latest online learning tools.
Some things won’t be different though. Standards and expectations will be just as high as in a face to face classroom.

Activities and Assessment

Teacher and students have regular weekly opportunities to assess progress and attainment. Some activities assess student achievement against formal criteria, such as such as worksheets, problem sets or quizzes. Learning is also supported with discussion forums, email, and regular live lessons in the online classroom.

Advice from Our Teachers

In order to succeed, it is recommended students set aside five to six hours a week. A Graphical Display calculator is required for this course. Pamoja recommends the following two calculators:
  • Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE
  • Texas Instruments TI-Nspire (a non CAS version)

*Please note, that all courses offered are subject to receiving a minimum enrolment number. Your Pamoja point of contact will be in touch as we approach the start date if we are unable to take a course forward.

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