Overview
- Prerequisite: Foundations of Mathematics 10
- Textbook:
Foundation of Mathematics 11 is designed to provide students with mathematical understandings and critical thinking skills identified for post secondary studies in the arts or the humanities.
Students who are planning on pursuing post-secondary studies in math or sciences should take Pre-calculus 11. Students who successfully master the learning outcomes of this course may continue on to Foundations of Mathematics 12.
This course follows the provincial curriculum, with an emphasis on:
- Emphasizing concrete activities and modeling
- Exploring mathematics through hands-on activities and technological devices
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A variety of topics that are related to applications in business, science, personal finance, and drafting
Although the course explores many abstract concepts including algebra, it will not prepare you for university calculus.
Topics Include:
- Logic and reasoning
- Functions
- Geometry
- Statistics
For a complete description of the Foundations of Mathematics 11 curriculum, see the Ministry document at:
https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/mathematics/11/foundations-of-mathematics
Evaluation:
Generally, each chapter will include a project and a test. Typically, projects will be worth approximately 40% of the term mark. Students will receive several classes to work on each project. Most projects will have two students working together but occasionally projects will be done individually or by larger groups. Some tests may be open book
What type of student enjoys and is successful in this course?
Students who enjoy having time to work on a 2-3 week project will like this course. Students will need to be good at time management, coming in for extra help, and working with others. Although the mathematical concepts are difficult, hard working students will find the challenges of this course reasonable and rewarding.
How will taking this course affect my overall homework load when combined with my other academic subjects?
The homework load will vary.