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Primary Mathematics Curriculum and Pedagogy unit (EMT509)

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Location: Hobart, Online

Minimum enrolment number of 12 applies to this offering. Should enrolments not reach the minimum number required for on-campus study, students may be transferred to the on-line offering and advised of this change before semester commences.

Introduction

In this unit you will develop a sound understanding of the principles and content of the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics for primary years learning, as well as an understanding of Numeracy as it is described in the curriculum. You will learn key pedagogical approaches to teaching the content strands of number, algebra, measurement, space, statistics, and probability, as well as mathematical proficiency and processes. You will learn about critical mathematical concepts, how these are developed across the curriculum, student understanding of critical mathematical ideas, and key pedagogical approaches for teaching mathematics effectively. You will participate in practical activities that focus on mathematics and its teaching, develop effective pedagogical practices, build knowledge of how student understanding of mathematics develops, and make effective decisions in planning, implementing, and assessing mathematics learning.

Summary

Unit name Primary Mathematics Curriculum and Pedagogy
Unit code EMT509
Credit points 12.5
College/School Arts and Society
Faculty of Education
Discipline Education
Coordinator Associate Professor Helen Chick
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Online Semester 1 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 22/02/2027 16/03/2027 19/04/2027 13/06/2027

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate mathematical ideas, skills, and knowledge appropriate for primary teaching
  • Identify appropriate pedagogies for teaching mathematics
  • Plan, develop, analyse, and justify worthwhile mathematical teaching experiences, including differentiation of the curriculum
  • Evaluate and assess students’ mathematical thinking and use this assessment to inform planning

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
070103 $613.00 $613.00 not applicable
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Concurrent Prerequisites

EMT503

Co-requisites

EMT505

Teaching

AssessmentMathematical Task Analysis (15%)|Assessing Student Understanding (40%)|Lesson Planning (45%)
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Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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