Courses & Units
Mathematics Pedagogical Content Knowledge Years 6 to 10 ESP125
Introduction
In this unit, you will consider the theory, methods and practice of teaching mathematics (and teaching for numeracy) in Years 6-10. Curriculum documents will be a major focus (including the Australian Curriculum, and local, State and international curricula), alongside implementation strategies, related resources and expected learning outcomes. Significant topics include the teaching and learning of decimals, rational and irrational numbers, and integer arithmetic; proportional reasoning; early algebra learning; probability; statistics and probability; geometry; and principles of lesson planning. Teaching and learning experiences involve participation in practical activities as well as an analysis of the issues related to mathematics education.
Summary
| Unit name | Mathematics Pedagogical Content Knowledge Years 6 to 10 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ESP125 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Greg Oates |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* 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).
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Learning Outcomes
- distinguish the common mathematical ideas, skills, knowledge, and appropriate communication conventions that inform contemporary teaching of middle school and lower secondary mathematics.
- exemplify the proficiencies, skills and content knowledge as described in the Australian curriculum mathematics
- design mathematical teaching experiences which provide formative and summative assessment of student learning.
- analyse students understanding of mathematics through diagnostic and formative assessment, linked to the curriculum content descriptors and respond to identified areas of need.
- collaborate with peers to reflect on the mathematical and pedagogical value of summative and formative assessment tasks.
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Teaching
| Assessment | Test (24%)|Assignment (36%)|Assignment (40%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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