Effective and Efficient Use of a Graphics Calculator - Progression Points

Dimension

Level

Progression Point

Working Mathematically

4.75

• creation and manipulation of tables and graphs using technology
• numerical and graphical solution of algebraic problems using technology

5.0 Standard

… Students use technology such as graphic calculators, spreadsheets, dynamic geometry software and computer algebra systems for a range of mathematical purposes including numerical computation, graphing, investigation of patterns and relations for algebraic expressions, and the production of geometric drawings.

5.5

• selection and use of technology to explore geometrical and algebraic relationships and data trends

5.75

• representation and manipulation of symbolic expressions using technology
• recognition of functionality of technology and its limitations, such as image resolution, discontinuities in graphs and systematic error in computation through rounding

6.0 Standard

… Students select and use technology in various combinations to assist in mathematical inquiry, to manipulate and represent data, to analyse functions and carry out symbolic manipulation. They use geometry software or graphics calculators to create geometric objects and transform them, taking into account invariance under transformation.