EDF5455

Method and Practice of Teaching Mathematics B ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr H Forgasz

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit builds on the concepts introduced in EDF5454. This unit will focus on the development of extended lesson sequences and the use of contexts and applications in the teaching of mathematics in secondary schools.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should have developed knowledge and understandings of appropriate teaching strategies; support resources for teaching mathematics; recent developments in mathematics education; the use of technology in teaching mathematics; have demonstrated skills in a variety of teaching techniques including exposition; discussion between teacher and students and among students themselves; practical work; consolidation and practice; problem solving, including the application of mathematics to everyday situations; investigational work; be able to effectively plan and teach sequences of mathematics lessons from a selection of topics and areas; use a variety of assessment and reporting methods of mathematical achievement; cater for students of mixed ability; develop a resource kit of methods, materials, tests, publishers and suppliers, professional contacts and associates; have developed values or attitudes which show a commitment to the teaching of mathematics to all students; an awareness of the professional responsibilities of a mathematics teacher; a willingness to participate in Faculty or departmental meetings in schools.

Assessment: Applications and context presentation 80%(3000 words) + Teaching round folio 20% + Student participation in the unit is vital either on-campus or via the on-line forum + students must complete at least 45 days teaching practice and gain a rating of satisfactory for the teaching practice.

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: EDF5454