MATH1900
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
Primary and Early Childhood teachers regularly draw upon their own understanding of the methods and concepts underlying the K-6 Mathematics syllabus. To this end, MATH1900 consolidates students' skills and deepens their understanding of many of the key mathematical themes underpinning this syllabus.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Recognise key mathematical ideas relevant to Early Childhood and Primary teaching.
2. Solve problems using methods relevant to Early Childhood and Primary mathematics classes.
3. Connect mathematics language and concepts to real world contexts.
4. Apply mathematical and statistical methods that support good teaching practice.
Content
Introductory number concepts
Elementary geometry
Beginnings of measurement
Basic probability and statistics
Assumed knowledge
HSC level mathematics is desirable, but some understanding of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry is sufficient.
Assessment items
Quiz: Tutorial Quizzes
In Term Test: In Class Tests
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Course outline
- MATH1900 - Semester 2, 2023 (Callaghan) (PDF, 135.8 KB)
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