EDUC6104

Mathematics Curriculum Studies 3

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Education

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Fairfield High School	Semester 2
WebLearn GradSchool	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course introduces students to the key concepts underlying a deep understanding of mathematical proof and topology. This course will consider the historical development of mathematical proof and topology and will examine current related pedagogical models within the field of secondary mathematics including catering for differentiated learning needs in the contemporary classroom.

Objectives

On satisfactory completion of this course students should be able to:
- understand the key concepts related to various forms of mathematical proof and the field of topology
- appreciate the mathematical knowledge and beliefs that learners bring to a learning task
- apply a range of strategies for teaching secondary mathematics
- recognise the common misconceptions that students may have in regard to the mathematical content covered.
- recognise the benefits and issues associated with differentiated learning

Content

- The historical development of mathematical proof and its relationship to other forms of proof commonly accepted in contemporary society
- Forms of mathematical proof including geometric, inductive, deductive, contradiction, reductio ad absurdum and non-euclidean geometric
- Introduction to topology
- teaching strategies related to mathematical content
- common misconceptions related to the mathematical content
Differentiated learning in the contemporary classroom

Replacing Course(s)

N/A

Transition

N/A

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

N/A

Modes of Delivery

Distance Learning : IT Based
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Problem Based Learning
Lecture
Forums
Integrated Learning
Self Directed Learning
Student Projects
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Other: (please specify)	Assessment Item 1: Examination 40% Assessment Item 2: Written assignment 40% Assessment Item 3: Online Discussion Task 20%

Contact Hours

Lecture: for 1.5 hour(s) per Term for Full Term
Tutorial: for 8 hour(s) per Term for Full Term

Timetables