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485-449 Learning Area:Mathematics 4 | |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 2 |
Coordinator | Helen Chick |
Prerequisites | 485-202 Learning Area: Mathematics 2 or 485-204 Learning Area: Mathematics 2 (Adv). |
Semester | 1 (view timetable) |
Contact | A total of 36 hours |
Subject Description | This subject deals with primary school mathematics programs and current issues in mathematics education. Students will learn to critically evaluate mathematics programs, materials and teaching methods. Alternative approaches to the teaching of mathematics across a primary school, such as the integrated curriculum, thematic instruction, problem-based instruction and other current curricular models will be discussed and compared. A range of methods of assessment and reporting will be examined. Contemporary national and international curriculum documents will provide a focus for the discussion of primary mathematics and associated issues. Students will develop a mathematics program for use in primary mathematics classrooms. |
Assessment | One 2-hour examination (40%) and written assignments equivalent in total to 2000 words (60%). Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory completion of weekly tasks and seminar preparation. |
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