013047 Mathematics Teaching Methods 1

6cp
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: Anne Prescott

This subject explores how mathematics teaching and curriculum can be organised and managed for effective learning. Closely associated with Professional Experience, the subject combines theory with practice to provide students with the skills and understanding required for beginning mathematics teaching in a secondary school. It examines child development and how mathematics is learned, as well as recognising behavioural and diagnostic indicators of pupil comprehension. The subject includes study of secondary syllabuses; lesson planning and assessment; explaining mathematical ideas accurately and with clarity; and using suitable language examples, models, etc.

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $499.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $1,860.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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