485-202 Learning Area: Mathematics 2

Credit Points

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Prerequisites

485-100 Learning Area: Mathematics 1.

Semester

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Subject Description

This subject deals with mathematics, especially in the areas of space, measurement and functional dependence from the algebra strand. Students will extend their own knowledge by engaging in challenging mathematical tasks. They will examine knowledge of children's thinking and learning (particularly in areas such as proportional reasoning and visual representation). Students will analyse classroom teaching techniques and concrete and technological aids which develop different components of mathematical competence such as skills, concepts, practical ability and estimation. Individual differences in learning primary school mathematics will be examined, along with materials and activities which address the needs of children experiencing difficulty. Current Victorian and national curriculum documents will be used. Students will design sequences of lessons in primary school mathematics related to selected learning outcomes.

Assessment

Hurdle requirement: To gain a pass in this subject, students must satisfactorily complete a compulsory test of basic mathematics competence.

Two assignments equivalent in total to 2000 words, plus two 1.5-hour examinations (one mid-year and one end of year).

Prescribed Texts

• Board of Studies, Curriculum and Standards Framework. Carlton, Victoria: Board of Studies 1995.
• Booker G et al, Teaching Primary Mathematics (2nd ed). Addison Wesley Longman 1997.