K–10Mathematics K–10 Syllabus
Mathematics for K−2
The new syllabus must now be taught in Kindergarten to Year 2 in all NSW primary schools.
Mathematics for 3−10
The new syllabus is to be taught in Years 3 to 10 from 2024.
2024 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts.
Content
Stage 5
- MAO-WM-01
develops understanding and fluency in mathematics through exploring and connecting mathematical concepts, choosing and applying mathematical techniques to solve problems, and communicating their thinking and reasoning coherently and clearly
- MA5-NLI-C-02
identifies and compares features of parabolas and exponential curves in various contexts
Graph and compare parabolas of the form and using graphing applications
Identify and describe the key features of parabolas of the form and including the vertex, - and -intercepts, axis of symmetry and concavity
Graph and compare exponential curves of the form using graphing applications
Describe features of exponential curves including the -intercept, asymptote and the nature of the curve for very large and very small values of
Associate Loading of straight Loading , Loading and exponential Loading with the appropriate Loading
Recognise Loading relationships in real-life contexts and solve related problems
Use graphing applications to solve a pair of Loading where one equation is non-linear and interpret the solution