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485-002 Teaching Method in Additional Mathematics

Teaching Methods Grad. Dip. Education subject.

Credit points: 10.0

Coordinator: Barry McCrae.

Prerequisite: Sub-majors in two branches of Mathematics or a major in one branch of Mathematics plus part 1 studies in another branch of Mathematics. (Statistics does meet this requirement; Computer Science does not). Students must be currently enrolled in, or have passed, Mathematics Core Method.

Contact: 2 hours of classes each week

Timetable: Double semester.

Objectives:

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of current mathematics programs and curricula issues in Years 7-12;
• demonstrate a knowledge of the mathematical needs of pupils in Years 7-12;
• demonstrate a knowledge of a variety of mathematical learning/teaching strategies particularly appropriate to Years 7-12;
• demonstrate a knowledge of and the ability to plan for the use of suitable materials and resources relating to the teaching of mathematics in Years 7-12;
• demonstrate a knowledge of strategies for the assessment of and reporting on mathematical achievement; and
• demonstrate the ability to plan and evaluate a sequence of lessons for a given Year 7-12 mathematical topic.

Content:

Many topics in Mathematics Core Method will be considered in greater detail. These topics may include: VCE Mathematics courses and assessment procedures; problem solving, modelling and project work; using LOGO to teach Mathematics; a detailed description of common student difficulties in particular content areas; catering for particular groups of students; and development of teaching aids and materials.

Assessment:

Essays and assignments equivalent to 4,000 words (100 per cent).

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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Education (Parkville Campus) (Volume 5 page 68)

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