HENAE6025 Mathematics Content and Pedagogy 1
This unit develops an understanding of Mathematics as a "critical subject in secondary schooling" for students¿ future educational and employment opportunities. A focus on modern techniques of teaching Mathematics will be explored through content relevant to mathematics at a secondary level. Teaching and learning Mathematics in years 5-10 will be examined using current curriculum and policy documents as the basis. Teachers will be required to critically examine current and past practices in learning and teaching Mathematics with reference to curriculum documents as well as articles and papers written within the Mathematics education community. Technology commonly used in the Mathematics classroom will be explored with emphasis on using technology to enhance learning.
