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Name LOSSTT-IN-MATH
Code 112318-CP-1-2003-1 -IT-COMENIUS-C21
Action/Type COMENIUS-C21
Project span 01.10.2003 01.10.2006 |
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Danish Lower Secondary School Mathematics Standards
Numbers and algebra
Knowledge |
Abilities |
Rational numbers and the expansion to real numbers |
Working investigating, especially with systematic counting and with the numbers mutual size as a part of forming a general understanding of numbers |
Cultural-historical meaning of numbers as a means of description. |
Using mental arithmetic and estimate |
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Using pocket calculator and computer in problem solving |
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Understand and using formulas for example in calculation of interest and volume |
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Understand and using expressions containing variables |
Percent |
Using percent |
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Calculating with fractions including solving of equalities and algebraic problems. |
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Investigate and describe "changes" and structures for example in series of numbers, series of figures, and patterns |
Conception of functions |
Using graphical methods in solving equalities and systems of equalities |
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Solving simple equalities and solving inequalities by inspection. |
Geometry
Knowledge |
Abilities |
Properties of different geometric figures |
Using the properties of different geometric figures |
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Drawing pictures after given preconditions |
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Using basic geometric conceptions including ratio of size and the mutual position of lines |
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Understand and produce:
- Workshop drawings
- Isometric drawings
- Perspective drawings
In description of the surroundings
Investigate, describe and estimate connections between a drawing and the object drew |
The conception of measurement |
Using the conception of measurement, including measuring and calculation of circumference, surface and volume |
Scale, similarity and congruence |
Using scale, similarity and congruence |
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Execute simple geometric calculations for example using Pythagoras` theorem |
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Working with simple geometric proofs |
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Using computers in drawing, investigations and calculations concerning geometric figures |
Applied mathematics
Knowledge |
Abilities |
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Choose arithmetical operations
Use percent
Calculate with proportion in various connections |
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Handle examples of problems in societal development with respect to:
Economy, technology and environment |
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Make economic considerations regarding daily purchase, transport, housing conditions, salary and calculation of tax |
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Working with interest and making calculation of interest especially regarding saving up, borrowing, buying on credit |
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Work with and investigate formulas and functions entering mathematic models |
Possibilities and limitations in using mathematics as a description and a basis for decisions |
Working with statistical description of a collection of data, with the emphasis on method and interpretation |
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Execute simulations for example by the computer |
Statistical probability |
Using computers for calculations, simulations, investigations and descriptions included societal conditions |
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Using mathematics as a tool in solving practical and theoretical problems in a comprehensive way |
Communication and problem solving
Knowledge |
Abilities |
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Understand and take a position on information's, with mathematic expressions |
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Formulate problems, describe procedure and give solutions in a understandable manner, both in writing and oral |
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Using experimenting and investigating in working and formulating results of the professional knowledge, which is obtained |
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Choose suitable professional methods, working and tool by solution of transverse problems |
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Cooperation with others in mathematic problem solving |
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Using systematizing and mathematic argumentation |
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Using variables and symbols, when rules and connections are going to be proofed |
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Using geometric drawings in formulating hypotheses and argumentation |
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Understand that choosing a specific mathematic model can mirror a specific norm of value |
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Alternate between practical and theoretical considerations in solutions of mathematic problems |
Denmark's Input Situation summary of mathematics taught at the primary level
Numbers and algebra
Knowledge |
Abilities |
Whole numbers
Decimal numbers
Fractions |
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Using experiences from everyday life in connection with working with numbers in school |
System of numbers
Number line
Position systems
The four basic arithmetical operations |
Use mental arithmetic and estimate |
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Using pocket calculator and computer in problem solving |
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Working with counting's and examples on connections and rules for the four basic arithmetical operations |
Examples of how to use variables, including formulas, simple equalities and functions |
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Percent and the use of percent in everyday life |
Calculation with decimal numbers and using fractions linked to percent and concrete connections |
Coordinate system including the connection between number and drawing |
Working with "changes" and structures for example in series of numbers, series of figures, and patterns |
Geometry
Knowledge |
Abilities |
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Using geometry in the description of object from everyday life including figures and patterns |
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Investigate and describe simple figures in plane |
Basic geometric conceptions like angles and parallelism |
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Working with real models and simple drawing of these |
The method of different cultures to give depth in a picture |
Investigate the application of drawing methods |
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Measure and calculate perimeter, area and volume in concrete situations |
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Draw, investigate and do experimentation in relation to geometric figures, including using computers |
Applied mathematics
Knowledge |
Abilities |
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Choose and use arithmetical operations
in various connections |
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Using professional tools included numbers, graphical representation and statistics in the solution of mathematical problems concerning everyday life, family life and the nearest societal |
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Working with simple percent calculations including discount price |
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Describe and interpret data in tables and diagrams |
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Collect and treat data and make simulations for example with a computer |
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Experimentation with chance |
Communication and problem solving
Knowledge |
Abilities |
Working with experiment and investigation |
Make hypotheses and using " try and error" in constructing professional concepts |
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Formulate, solve and describe problems and in this connection choose different methods |
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Cooperate with others in applying mathematics in problem solving |
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In relation to mathematics investigate, systematize, and argue using concrete materials | | |
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