The International Baccalaureate (IB) course module contains a total of six subject groups. The fifth group is mathematics, which is made up of different math courses which are four in number. In order to earn an IB diploma, it is crucial that a person passes at least one of the following three math courses: Mathematical Studies Standard Level, Mathematics Standard Level, or Mathematics Higher Level. Further Mathematics Higher Level is the fourth course which is not extremely essential.

The Mathematical Studies Standard Level is designed in such a manner that it acts as a confidence boost in students and motivates them to develop a liking for math. It is mostly for students who appreciate math playing a minor role in their studies. The course module includes numbers along with algebra, geometry accompanied by trigonometry, statistics with financial math, along with other topics.

On the contrary Mathematics Standard Level, is made out for students who are mainly preparing for a university study in either chemistry or economics. At Mathematical Studies Standard Level, students will be studying algebra, trigonometry, and statistics. While there are a few other areas of study which form the core curriculum. It is the same for Mathematics Standard and Higher Level with the Standard Level curriculum being a subdivision of the Higher Level curriculum.

Mathematics Higher Level is only for those students who are holding a good amount of knowledge in Math. They also need to have in hand experience in technical skills along with a range of analytics. Similar to the Mathematics Standard Level Students, are most often preparing for future studies in relation to physics, engineering, and technology. Mathematics Higher Level requires a minimum of 190 instructional hours. Also, students are required to study at least one optional topic (called “options”) for a minimum of 40 additional instructional hours.

The Further Mathematics Higher Level course (Standard Level before 2014) is designed for students who are both competent and interested in math and more specifically, for those who intend to continue studying math while at university. 

Here is a list of books that are sure to help you out along with the key features of each of these study materials. 

IB DP Maths Books

• Pearsons IBDP Math Analysis and Approaches HL 2019

It provides full coverage of the new curriculum. This book has been written down by a team of highly qualified authors from the IB background. 

This book is a great resource and entails detailed descriptions giving you a clear understanding of each and every topic. The problems at the end of each subpart will help you do a self-analysis of your understanding. It contains Geogebra applets designed solely for this course. The examples in a worked format help in understanding questions. In addition to the above, it also contains guidance on the Internal assessment and wide-ranging chapters for the Theory of Knowledge. This book is an answer to all the questions that are left unanswered in your mind. It brings to you an opportunity for self-analysis through a variety of quizzes, exercises, and links that will help with additional facts to explore further. 

• Oxford IBDP Math Analysis and Approaches HL 2019

This book is a simpler version that in a brief manner explains each concept. It is the most comprehensive book supporting the DP Mathematics: analysis and approaches to the HL syllabus. The explanations for each concept are followed by exercises and worksheets. These help in getting a better understanding of the concept learned. It also provides support in order to prepare for assessments. 

• Oxford IBDP Math Analysis and Approaches SL 2019

It can be called a wealth of digital content that has been written in association with the IB to develop a book that can act as a concise study material meant to help the syllabus for the new DP Mathematics: analysis approaches SL. Each Enhanced Online Course Book Pack is made up of one full-color, print textbook and one online textbook – packed full of investigations, exercises, worksheets, worked solutions and answers, plus assessment preparation support.

• Pearsons IBDP Math Analysis and Approaches SL 2019

This is a book for the Standard level containing detailed explanations of all the concepts. It has been written by a team of academicians who have in-depth knowledge of the subject. It brings to you an array of problems along with solutions to help you get a detailed understanding of each concept. It extends help starting from worked examples to internal assessments. 

IB DP Mathematics Application and Interpretation

• Hodder IBDP Math Application and Interpretation SL

By exploring challenging problems and using up technology this book will enable you to create a mathematical model. It brings to you photos and engaging activities to motivate problem-solving skills. It also caters to the quest for knowledge by adding review exercises in mid and at the end of each exercise. 

• Oxford IBDP Math Application and Interpretation SL

The Oxford IBDP Math Application and Interpretation SL is a book containing simplified texts to make understanding easier for students. It brings in an explanation followed by solved examples which help get a better understanding of mathematical problems.

• Haese IBDP Math Application and Interpretation HL

Haese introduces toolkit feature questions that challenge your exploration and investigation. It also highlights the level of difficulty for each type of question using color codes. It soothes your eyes with pictures of math in the real world as well. It also helps you with internal assessments. 

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