Learning Area (TP) Mathematics 2

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

476-100 Teaching and Learning, 460-102 School Experience & Practice Teaching 1T and 485-136 Learning Area (TP) Mathematics 1 or approved equivalents

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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This subject focuses on the creation of mathematics curriculum that achieves a balance of all types of mathematical activity. Topics include the skills and attitudes required for problem solving and using mathematics in an investigative manner; the working mathematically strand and space strand of the primary mathematics curriculum. The use of computers in teaching and for learning within this strand. The design of sequences of lessons in primary school mathematics, incorporating appropriate assessment tasks.

Written assignments equivalent in total to 1500 words (50%) and one 2-hour examination (50%).

Hurdle Requirement : Satisfactory completion of weekly tasks and seminar preparation.

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A subject reader is available.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

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