SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS - Curriculum and Instruction

COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS

CURRICULUM GUIDELINES

GRADES 10 ? 12

Preface

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Overarching Goals and Sub-Goals

How to use the Curriculum Guidelines

Glossary of Curriculum Terms

Overview of Content Strands

Scope and Sequence

Scope of Work

Glossary

Technology Integration & other Strategies

References

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PREFACE

This document incorporates revisions of unpublished curricula produced during numerous curriculum development exercises conducted by the Department of Education over the past thirty years. The objectives and content outlined in the Curriculum Guidelines were formulated based on national goals, current research and best practices in mathematics, as well as entry-level requirements for programmes at the University of The Bahamas and other local, regional, and international colleges and universities.

The quest for a more coherent and relevant mathematics curriculum began after the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) officially released its Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics (NCTM 1989). The Standards provided a new vision and framework for strengthening the mathematics curriculum. It provided the impetus for revamping the Bahamian mathematics curriculum and producing a document to guide the improvement of teaching and learning mathematics in both public and private schools.

Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (NCTM 2000), Curriculum Focal Points for Pre-K?Grade 8 Mathematics: A Quest for Coherence (NCTM 2006) and other NCTM publications were also considered as the High School Mathematics Curriculum team created the Curriculum Guidelines. In keeping with NCTM's vision that is based on the assumption that all students are capable of learning mathematics, the Curriculum Guidelines provides a framework to foster an understanding of the `whats', `whys', and `hows' of mathematics, and ensures alignment of the content within and across all the high school grade levels, from grade 7 to grade 12.

It is envisioned that teachers and parents, in home-school and homework settings, will use this document to guide their planning and teaching. The Scope and Sequence, Scope of Work, Strategies, and the suggested

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supplementary activities from texts and other resources, can be used to develop a high-quality learning experience that will help students attain the goals and objectives outlined.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

An extensive amount of collaboration, research, evaluating, writing and editing is credited for the creation of this document of national importance and magnitude. The development of the High School Mathematics Curriculum Guidelines could not have been made possible without the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the team of mathematics educators, Education Officers, clerical officers and Curriculum Supervisors. The Department of Education is grateful for the commitment, dedication, efficiency, and professionalism of the following persons who without them, this achievement would be unattainable.

Ms Sharon Poitier Deputy Director, Curriculum & Instruction Ms Serethea Clarke Under Secretary, Ministry of Education Theresa McPhee Coordinator, Education Officer, High School Mathematics

Curriculum Development Team Members:

Jennifer Bain-Miller Trained teacher, A. F. Adderley Junior High School

Linda Butler-Rolle Trained teacher, R. M. Bailey Senior High School

Helen Campbell

Retired teacher

Jacqueline Corlette Trained teacher, C. C. Sweeting Senior High School

Greta P. Kemp

Lecturer University of The Bahamas

Juanita A. Knowles Trained teacher, Doris Johnson Senior High School

Pavia Rolle

Vice-Principal, Anatol Rodgers High School

Verlyn M. Scavella Retired teacher

Karen Smith

Retired teacher

Janet Sturrup

Trained teache,r H. O. Nash Junior High School

Betty Taylor

Vice-Principal, Anatol Rodgers High School

Other Contributors

Jennifer Forde-Clarke Retired teacher

Terez Conliffe

Trained teacher

Krista Newbold

Mathematics Coordinator

Stameika Symonette Trained teacher

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 Marsha McCardy Albertha Stubbs Samantha Wilson

Trained teacher, Central Eleuthera High School Prescott Johnson

Trained teacher, R. M. Bailey Senior High School Abdalia Adderley

Education Officer, Technology Integration

Richlene Ellis

INTRODUCTION

Mathematics Coordinator Senior Mistress Trained teacher

Mathematics is a vital component in the development of science, technology, industry

and commerce, and as such, is essential in everyday life. Critical thinking, problem

solving, and communicating ideas effectively are keys to success in a technology driven,

information-based world.

The study of mathematics requires reasoning, applying, analyzing, and understanding

of principles, ideas, and patterns in our environment. Studying mathematics equips

students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset that are essential for meaningful

participation in society.

A high-quality mathematics programme provides the foundation for understanding the

world, adapting to rapid change in the digital age, and producing twenty-first century

global citizens. All students need classroom experiences that will help them learn

mathematics with understanding, make connections, and apply mathematics in other

contexts. An effective mathematics programme also develops an appreciation for the

beauty and power of mathematics, and a sense of enjoyment and desire to learn more

about the subject.

The focus of the Mathematics High School Curriculum is the content knowledge,

understanding, and skills needed to educate students to appreciate and utilize

mathematics. It outlines the framework that mathematics educators can use to create

yearly schemes, design unit and lessons plans, and produce materials that will enhance the

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