1. Study Tips and Features for IB Maths AI
1.1 Syllabus
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1.2 Overview of Maths AI
This curriculum fosters students to use mathematical concepts to express the world that we are currently living in. Because the most heavily weighted topic is Statistics and Probability, the mathematical skills required here are more practical than maths AA. For those who are considering taking majors that require the study of statistics, such as the social sciences or psychology, maths AI might be compulsory. Therefore, you should always consider the university’s requirements when selecting this course.
1.3 Study Tips
- If you are considering taking maths AI, you should revise “Statistics & Probability” regularly through practicing questions.
- Maths AI is very practical, so make sure you understand how it applies to the real world.
2. Assessment Model for IB Maths AI
The components of the exam will be discussed in this section. Your final grade for this subject will be determined based on two factors: your External Assessment and your Internal Assessment. The HL maths AI exam is longer than SL. Additionally, you are allowed to use the calculator in all three papers!
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Internal Assessment |
Mathematical Exploration |
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Mathematical Exploration |
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3. Advices and Tips for Improving Your Score
3.1 Utilising Past Papers
By doing the past paper questions repeatedly, you will be able to understand what kind of questions are going to come up. There are a lot of questions in the final exam, so make sure that you are speedy enough for the exam by going through exam style questions. Practice is the key to success!
3.2 Practice How to Use the Calculator
You have to know how to use the calculator for this exam. Some questions require you to use the graphing calculator and it is essential that you know which buttons you should press in order to solve the problems. Practice using the calculator and familiarise yourself with it. In addition, you should refer back to calculator help guides when you are stuck as it can help you navigate through your calculations.
3.3 About the Internal Assessment (IA)
The Internal Assessment weighs 20% of your grade regardless of your level. You will have to choose a topic or your own and apply your mathematical skills that you have learned into your IA. Be sure to read the criteria thoroughly when writing the IA so that you don’t miss out anything. The IA is a very important part of your grade so don’t be lazy! If you are unsure of something that is on the criteria, search for example IAs on the Internet to understand what you should be writing about.
3.4 Show Your Workout Even if You Don’t Know the Final Answer!
Even if you can’t get to the final answer or don’t have enough time to complete the question, as long as your workings are correct, you will be able to get some marks. Therefore, even if you don’t have time to finish everything, it is recommended that you try to attempt the questions. Look at the criteria to understand where you can get marks and practice the calculation processes. Know which questions you are good at by doing past papers.