Postgraduate CUR-MTEC503-2023

Numeracy for 5 to 8 Year-Olds

Leverage an in-depth understanding of the Australian curriculum to devise a mathematics program suitable for children aged five to eight years. Divide your attention across an array of mathematic concepts, including geometry, measurement and algebra.

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Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% Online

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Assessments

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Prior study

Not required

Start dates

28 Aug 2023

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Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

demonstrate knowledge of the mathematics curriculum and principles associated with effective teaching for 5 to 8 year-old children
analyse and interpret mathematical data to make judgements on mathematical understanding
effectively communicate with stakeholders regarding students' mathematical learning
demonstrate the ability to plan appropriate mathematics content, assessment items, teaching strategies and resources for diverse learners

Topics covered

- Curriculum overview
- Number and algebra
- Geometry
- Measurement
- Probability and statistics
- Problem solving
- Planning
- Moderation and reporting

Entry requirements

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core

CUR-MTE-MAS-2022
CUR-MTE-MAS-2023

Elective

CUR-EDU-GCE-2022
CUR-EDU-GCE-2022
CUR-EDU-GCE-2023
CUR-EDU-GCE-2023

Additional requirements

Other requirements -
Access to Microsoft Office or a unit approved alternative, Access to video creation and editing software

Description

This subject will prepare pre-service teachers to plan, assess and deliver rigorous mathematical learning programs for children aged five to eight. A major focus of the subject is on developing knowledge of curriculum documents and mathematics concepts in number, algebra, geometry, measurement, and statistics and probability.

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Assessments

Examination and analysis of a set of work samples (50%)
Design a mathematics learning program (50%)

Textbooks

Current study term: 27 Aug 23 to 26 Nov 23

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