Learning Mathematics and the Sciences with Information Technologies

Course aim

To develop an understanding of the pedagogical benefits of and new opportunities for contemporary information technologies in mathematics and sciences learning in the context of international issues in mathematics and sciences education.

Course content

Computer algebra systems, numerical and computational technologies; cognitive aspects of mathematics learning; contemporary mathematical and applied sciences teaching; zone of proximal development; computer based scaffolding and its application in mathematics and applied science teaching: case studies; discovery learning in mathematics and science; web based mathematics and the task-object model; individual differences and differential uses of computational supports.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
EXTERNAL, MAGILL, ONLINE
External	130 hours x over 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Case study, Essay, On line contributions

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.