Mathematics during the First Five Years of Life

• • Developing mathematical concepts from birth. Children becoming numerate.
  • Contexts for teaching and learning numeracy: integration of mathematics across the curriculum.
  • Children becoming numerate through play, music, and literature.
  • Developing mathematical language through play, music and literature. Using technology with children.
  • Foundations for mathematical understanding: intentional teaching of ideas.
  • Number and algebra: strategies and activities.
  • Geometry: strategies and activities.
  • Measurement: strategies and activities.
  • Statistics and probability: strategies and activities.
  • Working mathematically: strategies and resources.
  • Planning for a diverse range of children in early mathematics.
  • Creating a supportive learning environment.
  • Connecting and reviewing the ideas in the unit.

Equivalent subjects

You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:

• CUR-EDE342-Mathematics during the First Five Years of Life (No longer available)

You must either have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject, or currently be enrolled in the following subject(s) in a prior study period; or enrol in the following subject(s) to study prior to this subject:

• CUR-EDE225-Mathematics for the Early Years

Please note that your enrolment in this subject is conditional on successful completion of these prerequisite subject(s). If you study the prerequisite subject(s) in the study period immediately prior to studying this subject, your result for the prerequisite subject(s) will not be finalised prior to the close of enrolment. In this situation, should you not complete your prerequisite subject(s) successfully you should not continue with your enrolment in this subject. If you are currently enrolled in the prerequisite subject(s) and believe you may not complete these all successfully, it is your responsibility to reschedule your study of this subject to give you time to re-attempt the prerequisite subject(s)

Others

You don't have to enrol in this subject if you have completed EDE104 Numeracy (Birth - 5 years) as they are considered equivalents.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

This subject was previously known as EDE342 Mathematics during the First Five Years of Life.

This subject is designed to develop educator understanding of the effective use of mathematics in daily life as it applies to children in the years from birth to age 5. There is particular attention given to developing educator understanding of how adults can enhance children’s language related to mathematics, children’s awareness of mathematical concepts and ways to effectively engage children with everyday mathematics in different contexts. The subject continues to develop educator knowledge of mathematics content areas; number, algebra, geometry, measurement and statistics and probability together with a focus on the application of strategies that facilitate the interpretation and assessment of children’s mathematical understanding.

Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

Find out more about the Academic Integrity module.

• Reflective Analysis (50%)
• Case Study (50%)

For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).