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Unit of study_

EDSE3131: Teaching Mathematics 1A

Semester 1, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This is the first unit of study in a suite of Mathematics curriculum units. In this unit, students will consider how discipline knowledge is organised, taught, and experienced across the secondary school years. The unit will emphasise the integration of knowledge within and across the discipline and curriculum area of mathematics and consider the role teachers play in facilitating pedagogy that scaffolds subject learning and connects to students' lives. This unit will provide students with the practical and theory-informed knowledge required to respond to the needs of diverse learners in mathematics.

Unit details and rules

Unit code EDSE3131
Academic unit Education
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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72 credit points, including (EDSE2010 or EDHP2001) and 12 credit points at 2000-level from Mathematics
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Bronwyn Reid O'Connor, bronwyn.reidoconnor@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Ben Zunica, benjamin.zunica@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment group assignment Group portfolio
Group portfolio including a short essay, and lesson plan.
40% Multiple weeks 1 x 1500wd portfolio
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Presentation group assignment Group presentation
Group presentation of an activity
20% Multiple weeks 1000wd equivalent
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Assignment Personal reflection
Personal reflection and teaching philosophy, individual task.
40% Week 13
Due date: 26 May 2024 at 23:59
2000wd
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
group assignment = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Distinction

75 - 84

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Credit

65 - 74

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Pass

50 - 64

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

 

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
- Practical presentation session Workshop (4 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 01 Unit overview, the NSW mathematics curriculum, and mathematics teacher identity Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO5 LO6
Understanding the place value system Workshop (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 02 Introduction to pedagogical approaches to teach mathematics, and number concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4 LO5 LO6
Fraction concepts and their relationship with decimals and percentages Workshop (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 03 Mathematical proficiency and working mathematically, integers and indices Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Number lines and introducing negative integers Workshop (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 04 Addressing student misconceptions in mathematics, and fraction concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Mental strategies and the four operations Workshop (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 05 Diagnostic teaching approaches, and fraction concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Progressing students from additive to multiplicative thinking Workshop (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 06 Inquiry in the junior secondary mathematics classroom, and statistics concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Multiplicative thinking with rates and ratios Workshop (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 07 Planning in mathematics, and rate and ratio concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 08 Differentiation in mathematics, and rate and ratio concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 09 Marking in mathematics education, and algebra concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 10 Designing quality tests in mathematics, and algebra concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 11 The role of ICTs in promoting learning and engagement in mathematics, and measurement concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 12 The role of ICTs in promoting learning and engagement in mathematics, and geometry concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6
Week 13 Literacy in mathematics, and probability concepts Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6

Attendance and class requirements

The Sydney School of Education and Social Work requires attendance of at least 90 percent of all seminars, workshops or lectures. Where a student is unable to attend at the required rate evidence of illness or misadventure may be required and the student may be required to undertake extra work. Students should discuss the circumstances of their absence(s) with the co-ordinator of the unit of study. Further details are provided in the School canvas site: https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/13426

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Hine, G., Reaburn, R., Anderson, J. et al. (2016). Teaching Secondary Mathematics. Sydney: Cambridge University Press.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Articulate the importance of curriculum and discipline knowledge in the lives of their future students.
  • LO2. Use curriculum and discipline content, strategies and resources to plan and implement activities for use in a range of contemporary education settings.
  • LO3. Select and design quality resources to develop a professional portfolio.
  • LO4. Demonstrate knowledge of teaching and learning strategies in discipline and curriculum areas that meet the diverse needs of students
  • LO5. Demonstrate a research-based approach to teaching based on a critical analysis of curriculumrelated documents.
  • LO6. Engage in collaborative professional practice with peers and colleagues.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

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