Launceston, Cradle Coast
Introduction
This unit is the foundation mathematics and numeracy unit for the Bachelor of Education. It provides an opportunity to reflect upon and to develop understanding of concepts that are central to mathematics curricula; to consider the cross-disciplinary implications and opportunities afforded by these topics; and to develop quantitative literacy understandings that will enable students to be informed professionals. Foci of the unit include the development of a critical orientation to presentation of numeracy concepts in the media, and an appreciation of the importance of quantitative understandings to the personal and professional lives of all teachers.
Summary 2021
Unit name | Personal and Professional Numeracy |
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Unit code | EDU120 |
Credit points | 12.5 |
Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
Discipline | Education |
Coordinator | Robyn Reaburn |
Available as student elective? | No |
Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts underpinning critical numeracy.
- Identify and evaluate critical numeracy in media reports and in other contexts relevant to different curriculum areas.
- Design and reflect upon an educational numeracy activity.
- Use literacy skills to present evidence, including relevant literature, to support arguments about issues related to personal and professional numeracy.
Fees
Teaching
Assessment | Task 1: Beliefs about Mathematics, 500 words (10%) Task 2: Numeracy in the Media, 1200 words (40%) Task 3: Numeracy in Another Discipline, 2000 words total (50%) |
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Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
Required | None |
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