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EDSE3063: Teaching Mathematics 2A
2024 unit information
This is the second unit of study for both single and double mathematics method secondary student teachers. The focus of this unit of study is a detailed examination of the school mathematics curriculum to develop student teachers' knowledge and understanding of the mathematics curriculum requirements and appropriate pedagogy. The rationale, aim, content, course requirements and key terms from the curriculum will be examined and used to plan, program and develop lesson plans for key mathematics concepts. Building on their understandings from Teaching Mathematics 1A, student teachers will examine the content strands of the mathematics curriculum to develop appropriate models of pedagogy for teaching and assessment. Common student misconceptions will form the basis of planning and programming so that student teachers are prepared to meet the needs of the full range of students. Additional strategies for differentiating the curriculum and embedding technology into lessons will be explored. A range of technologies will be examined in this unit including interactive whiteboards, computer software packages and graphics calculators. Strategies for assessing mathematics knowledge, skills and understanding will be considered with student teachers developing skills in designing assessment tasks. Assessment for learning and assessment of learning will be discussed with rich tasks developed for both purposes.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Education
| Code | EDSE3063 |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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96 credit points of units, including EDSE3045 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. develop knowledge of the NESA Mathematics K-10 Syllabus (NESA 2023) its aim, objectives, outcomes, content, course requirements, and key terms, including the outcomes and content of Life Skills, the links between core and path content strands and Working Mathematically, and for particular key concepts in mathematics, develop knowledge of common misconceptions and potential difficulties for students
- LO2. demonstrate knowledge of a range of appropriate strategies and resources to support student engagement and learning in mathematics as well as a range of strategies to assess student achievement of learning outcomes and the principles and practices of reporting to students, parents and caregivers
- LO3. design and implement lessons and lesson sequences using knowledge of the NESA Mathematics K-10 Syllabus (NESA, 2023), and of research-based knowledge of appropriate pedagogies (including differentiation) which address common student misconceptions
- LO4. critically evaluate and use a variety of ICTs for the planning of appropriate activities and lesson sequences to support students' different approaches to learning and to enhance the teaching and learning of mathematics
- LO5. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the full range of assessment strategies including the NSW ROSA and the process of moderation by examining and evaluating student work samples
- LO6. develop knowledge of large scale assessment programs used to assess students' knowledge of mathematics and/or numeracy including NAPLAN, TIMSS and PISA and critically evaluate the types of items used, students' results and the implications for classroom practice
- LO7. demonstrate knowledge of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and their impact on the professional life of a teacher by contributing to discussions about the mathematics teaching profession and by considering the AAMT (2006) Standards for Excellence in Teaching Mathematics in Australian Schools
- LO8. develop knowledge of the mathematics teaching profession and the role of professional teaching associations including the Mathematical Association of NSW (MANSW) and the Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers (AAMT), as well as the importance of ongoing professional growth through professional development opportunities.
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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