The nature of mathematics for students of Y7 to Y10 (ACARA: Shape of the Australian Curriculum, Mathematics): the nature of the

mathematics needs to include a greater focus on the development of more abstract ideas through, for example, explorations that enable students to recognise patterns and why these patterns apply in these situations. to motivate them during these years, students need an understanding of the connections between the mathematics concepts and their application in their world in contexts that are directly related to topics of relevance and interest to them. Numeracy across KLA report from Chester Hill High. http://www.lowsesschools.nsw.edu.au/section/95,317,98,152-effective-practice/school-stories2005-2009/numeracy/chester-hill-high-school.aspx

Numeracy across KLA report from Canley Vale High. http://www.canleyvale.hs.education.nsw.gov.au/Winning%20websites/year8mathsproject/numerac y_in_physical_education.htm