485-202 Learning Area: Mathematics 2

485-100 Learning Area: Mathematics 1

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. Current Victorian and national curriculum documents will be used. Students will design sequences of lessons in primary school mathematics related to selected learning outcomes.

To gain a pass in this subject, students must satisfactorily complete a compulsory test of basic mathematics competence. Two assignments equivalent in total to 1500 words, plus two 2-hour examinations (one mid-year and one end-of-year).

• Board of Studies, Curriculum and Standards Framework II: Mathematics. 2000.
• G Booker, Teaching Primary Mathematics. 2nd ed, Addison Wesley Longman, 1997.