Ascension of Our Lord Secondary School
Mathematics
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MDM4U1
Mathematics of Data Management
Grade 12 University Preparation
Course Overview
This course will give students a background in mathematical theory and practical techniques for managing and
analyzing data. The course will provide a valuable foundation for post-secondary studies of statistics in fields
such as business, engineering, sociology, psychology and the natural sciences. Students will be given
opportunities throughout the semester to apply what they learn to projects. Concepts and analytical tools from
the entire course will be used to complete an open-ended culminating project. This project is a key part of the
course.
Course Material
Unit 1 – Preparing for The Culminating Project
Unit 2 – Organization of Data
Unit 3 - One Variable Statistics
Unit 4 – Two Variable Statistics
Unit 5 – Permutations
Unit 6 – Combinations
Unit 7 – Probability
Unit 8 - Probability Distributions and the Normal Distribution
Assessment and Evaluation
The mark for the course will be based upon on-going or term work (70%) and a final assessment (30%) which
consists of final exam (20%) and culminating performance task (10%).The on-going or term work may include
written assignments, reports, unit tests, and quizzes. Within the two areas, term work and final assessment,
marks will be assigned using the four categories specified in the Ontario Curriculum Grades 9 to 12
Mathematics Education.
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Knowledge/Understanding
Knowledge of facts, technical terminology,
procedures and standards
Understanding of concepts
Understanding of relationships between concepts
30%
Thinking
20%
Thinking skills and inquiry design skills
Identifying problems, planning, formulating questions,
selecting strategies and resources
Communication
20%
Communication of information for different purposes
Use of language, symbols and visuals
Use of various forms of communication
Application
30%
Application of skills in familiar contexts and
transfer of concepts to new contexts
Application of procedures and technology
Expectations of Students
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Students will be in complete uniform.
The student is to be in the class when the bell rings, prepared to work with all required materials, including
a calculator.
Students are responsible for the textbook assigned to him/her at the start of the course. If the book is lost
or stolen, the student is required to pay $80 to replace the book.
The student is to keep a complete and organized notebook with dividers to separate units.
Students are responsible for catching up on missed work and obtaining any notes/handouts.
The student will initiate the process for extra help if required.
Treat classmates/teacher the way you would like to be treated.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the teacher at (905) 676-1287.