Pedagogies and Planning for Mathematics
UndergraduateCUR-EDP4432018
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Gain a deep understanding of the number and algebra strand of the curriculum. Study operations, computational choices, algebra and number patterns. Explore strategies and resources for teaching to a wide range of learners in different settings.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Loan available
- HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available
Pedagogies and Planning for Mathematics
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- demonstrate increased personal numeracy skills in mathematical relationships, expressions, and applications of the content of the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics
- develop a personal approach for teaching mathematics that demonstrates knowledge of curriculum and which is based on constructivist teaching and assessment strategies
- appraise strategies and resources for differentiating teaching to cater for a wide range of mathematical learners
- critique pedagogies for effective teaching of mathematics
- plan for teaching using a range of strategies, technologies and resources.
- Comparing teaching styles. Big Idea thinking. Setting up the Child Study
- Big Idea Planning. Connecting mathematics across strands. A developmental curriculum
- Effective teaching and assessment; Making effective task choices; Using evidence; Knowing the developmental nature of key concepts etc
- Making effective computational choices; Mental computation strategies; Teaching number facts
- Making effective computational choices; Understanding operations; Using written algorithms; Using calculators; Having the right mindset
- Algebra and number patterns
- Algebraic thinking - the key ideas - pattern, function, equivalence
- Catering for diversity in the mathematics classroom; Ways of differentiating mathematical instruction
- Catering for Indigenous learners of mathematics; The Cultural Competence Framework
- Teaching with games; Making appropriate choices; Modifying and extending games
- Teaching with textbooks; Modifying textbook content; Choosing appropriate texts and uses for them
- Teaching with websites and electronic resources; Issues and constraints; Choosing appropriate websites; tasks and uses for them
This subject focuses on the development of a range of effective pedagogies with particular emphasis on the Proficiency Strands of the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics. Students will continue to develop a deep understanding of the Number and Algebra strand of the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics. Topics include effective teaching and assessment of primary mathematics, and planning with a focus on the ‘big ideas’ of mathematics. Curriculum content focuses on understanding operations, computational choices, and algebra and number patterns. As well, there is a focus on strategies for working in a differentiated learning environment, including the use of tasks that accommodate diversity, with a particular focus on Indigenous learners and catering to their specific learning needs.
*** This subject has a required ebook. - Helping Children Learn Mathematics 2nd Edition ISBN: 978EEGRP29965. The ebook is readily available through the suppliers webpage - http://www.wileydirect.com.au/buy/helping-children-learn-mathematics-2nd-edition/
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- Report (50%)
- Test and Reflection (15%)
- ePortfolio (35%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Prior study
You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:
and one of
- CUR-EDP323-Professional Studies and Evaluating Learning
CUR-EDP325 (Not currently available)
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-EDP440 (Not currently available)
Additional requirements
- Other requirements -
This subject has a required ebook. - Helping Children Learn Mathematics 2nd Edition ISBN: 978EEGRP29965. The ebook is readily available through the suppliers webpage - http://www.wileydirect.com.au/buy/helping-children-learn-mathematics-2nd-edition/
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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Student feedback
11 student respondents between 26 May - 1 Dec 2025.
81%of students felt the study load was manageable
100%of students felt this subject helped them gain relevant skills