485-346 Learning Area: Mathematics 3

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485-346 Learning Area: Mathematics 3
Credit Points	12.5
HECS Band	2
Coordinator	Kaye Stacey
Prerequisites	485-202 Learning Area: Mathematics 2 or 485-204 Learning Area: Mathematics 2 (Adv)
Semester	2 (view timetable)
Contact	A total of 36 hours
Subject Description	A study of neo-Piagetian and information processing perspectives on cognitive development with application to logical and quantitative reasoning. Identification of stages through which children go, in the early learning of number, space and measurement and the design of appropriate learning sequences based on current programs for the early years of schooling. A developmental perspective on mathematical and spacial language and mathematical notation. Students will develop learning sequences related to selected outcomes.
Assessment	A 2-hour examination and written tasks equivalent in total to 2000 words. Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory completion of weekly tasks.
Prescribed Texts	Board of Studies, Curriculum and Standards Framework II: Mathematics. 2000.

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