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Unit Overview

Description

In this unit, pre-service teachers will be introduced to the primary Mathematics curriculum and key pedagogical approaches for the teaching of mathematics and the development of numeracy, with a focus on mathematics learning for F to Year 2. Pre-service teachers will become familiar with the three content strands (number and algebra, measurement and geometry, and statistics and probability) and the proficiency strands of the Australian Curriculum: Mathematics. Pre-service teachers will connect theory and practice through understanding how manipulatives, story books and digital technologies can support mathematics teaching and learning, by developing a resource file, and by undertaking some initial planning for learning. Throughout the unit, a positive attitude towards mathematics will be promoted, and the role of mathematics in everyday life will be emphasised.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 1 core unit in the Primary Education major sequence
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) apply knowledge and understanding of how children in their early years learn Mathematics; (2) apply knowledge and understanding of the early years Mathematics curriculum and a range of pedagogies to teach students with a range of learning needs; (3) develop an awareness of the importance of mathematics in everyday life; (4) plan instructional sequences in Mathematics for effective and engaging learning in F-2; (5) develop skills to use, modify, create and evaluate early childhood Mathematics instructional resources for teaching and learning, including educational technologies; and (6) plan assessment strategies, including informal, formal, diagnostic, formative and summative approaches.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) case study and (2) planning task. Further information is available in the unit outline.

To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the planning task component.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in
BH020 Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Honours)
Contact hours
30 hours
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.