Yr 13-WRFC#(1) Summarise the challenge

WRFC#(1) Summarise the challenge of student learning you plan to focus on in this inquiry. Be as clear and specific as you can about the evidence you have about this to date

This year my focus will be:

By end of the year, I will develop a classroom community that is focused on helping students develop their mathematical identities and proficiencies. I will do this by building on their prior knowledge and experiences, using worthwhile mathematical tasks that will allow opportunities for students to make their thinking visible. My hope is that they will share their ideas using appropriate mathematical language confidently.

My yearly focus is for students to gain at least 14 credits to get university entrance by the end of the year. The Maori (targeted students) and the rest of the class can experience success in their learning by getting Mathematics Merit and Excellence endorsements.

NCEA endorsement is at least 14 Merit or 14 Excellent credits in the same year and the same level with atleast one Merit or Excellence external standard.

The above data shows that students found it challenging to pass at least one external and to achieve endorsements at this level. I am developing strategies to help the students to overcome the challenge they face.