EDF4104

Curriculum studies: Primary Mathematics 2 (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr B Clarke (Peninsula) + Dr M Osborn & Mr R Cameron (Gippsland)

Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2003 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit further develops knowledge, skills and attitudes about teaching and learning in primary school in the key learning area of mathematics. Topics include further study of the number strand with a focus on fractions and decimals, chance and data, and space (including the use of specific software). Focus will be given to the teaching of problem solving and a range of classroom teaching models and assessment strategies will be explored.

Assessment: Assignment (3000 words): 40%; two- hour examination: 40%; The development of a curriculum teaching folio based on a chosen topic (2000 words): 20%.

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: EDF1204