Thinking and Working Mathematically

Course aim

To deepen mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills in pre-service teachers, and to build their capacity to foster a climate of mathematical exploration for all learners.

Course content

Students will learn and apply strategies for thinking and working mathematically, both for themselves and in planning for learning. They will use a range of techniques to communicate their mathematical thinking and to facilitate mathematical discourse. Students will deepen their appreciation of mathematics as a creative discipline.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
EDUC 3004	Mathematics for Primary Educators 2
EDUC 2098	Mathematics for Primary Educators 3
MATH 1057	Mathematics for Primary Educators 1

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Tutorial (Tutorial 1)	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial (Tutorial 2)	2 hours x 13 weeks

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

Assessment

Portfolio, Professional plan

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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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.