Maths Unit: Cartesian Coordinates
This unit is designed to teach students the basics of the cartesian coordinate system, first in a single quadrant, and then in all 4.
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Learning goals
- We are learning to locate points in the 4 quadrants of a Cartesian plane and to describe changes to the coordinates when a point is moved to a different position in the plane.
- We are learning to use the Cartesian coordinate system using all four quadrants.
Curriculum alignment
MA3-1WM
old
Describes and represents mathematical situations in a variety of ways using mathematical terminology and some conventions
MA3-2WM
old
Selects and applies appropriate problem- solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations
MA3-3WM
old
Gives a valid reason for supporting one possible solution over another
MA3-8NA
old
Analyses and creates geometric and number patterns, constructs and completes number sentences, and locates points on the Cartesian plane
MA3-RN-01
new
Applies an understanding of place value and the role of zero to represent the properties of numbers
MA3-RN-02
new
Compares and orders decimals up to 3 decimal places
MA3-RN-03
new
Determines percentages of quantities, and finds equivalent fractions and decimals for benchmark percentage values
MA3-GM-01
new
Locates and describes points on a coordinate plane
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.