{"id":124,"date":"2018-09-11T16:53:40","date_gmt":"2018-09-11T16:53:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.sd41.bc.ca\/alpha-math\/?page_id=124"},"modified":"2023-09-18T11:23:16","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T18:23:16","slug":"new-curriculum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.sd41.bc.ca\/alpha-math\/pathways\/new-curriculum\/","title":{"rendered":"Redesigned Curriculum"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Mathematics curriculum in British Columbia, along with the curriculum in all subject areas has been redesigned\u00a0based on a \u201cKnow-Do-Understand\u201d model to support a concept-based competency-driven approach to learning.<\/p>\n

Three elements, the Content<\/strong> (Know), Curricular Competencies<\/strong> (Do), and Big Ideas<\/strong> (Understand) all work together to support deeper learning. For a more comprehensive overview of the redesigned curriculum click HERE<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Curricular\u00a0<\/strong>Competencies<\/b><\/h2>\n

The curricular competencies in mathematics are very similar across all grade levels. They state that students are expected to do the following:<\/p>\n

Reasoning and Analyzing\/Modelling<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Develop thinking strategies to solve puzzles and play games
\n\u2022 Explore, analyze, and apply mathematical ideas using reason,
\ntechnology, and other tools
\n\u2022 Estimate reasonably and demonstrate fluent, flexible, and strategic
\nthinking about number
\n\u2022 Model with mathematics in situational contexts
\n\u2022 Think creatively and with curiosity and wonder when
\nexploring problems<\/p>\n

Understanding and Solving<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Develop, demonstrate, and apply conceptual understanding of
\nmathematical ideas through play, story, inquiry, and problem solving
\n\u2022 Visualize to explore and illustrate mathematical concepts
\nand relationships
\n\u2022 Apply flexible and strategic approaches to solve problems
\n\u2022 Solve problems with persistence and a positive disposition
\n\u2022 Engage in problem-solving experiences connected with place, story,
\ncultural practices, and perspectives relevant to local First Peoples
\ncommunities, the local community, and other cultures<\/p>\n

Communicating and Representing<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Explain and justify mathematical ideas and decisions in many ways
\n\u2022 Represent mathematical ideas in concrete, pictorial, and symbolic forms
\n\u2022 Use mathematical vocabulary and language to contribute to discussions
\nin the classroom
\n\u2022 Take risks when offering ideas in classroom discourse<\/p>\n

Connecting and Reflecting<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Reflect on mathematical thinking
\n\u2022 Connect mathematical concepts with each other, other areas,
\nand personal interests
\n\u2022 Use mistakes as opportunities to advance learning
\n\u2022 Incorporate First Peoples worldviews, perspectives, knowledge,
\nand practices to make connections with mathematical concepts<\/p>\n

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Content & Big Ideas<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The content and big ideas differ for each course. For more detailed descriptions on the content elaborations and big ideas, click below on the course you would like to explore.<\/p>\n