James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022

ED1492 - Teaching Mathematics and Numeracy in Primary and Early Childhood Settings

Mixed attendance available only to RATEP students. SP1/2 External available only to External ECE students. JCU Online campus mode is available only to Online B Ed ECE and primary students enrolled in the carousel offering.

Subject Description

This subject engages pre-service teachers in exploring mathematics and numeracy demands of professional life as they pertain to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG) and up to Year 9 level in the Australian Curriculum. Pre-service teachers examine mathematical content from a teacher's perspective with a focus on Number, Algebra and Statistics. This appraisal includes recognizing and responding to students' alternative conceptions of mathematics

Learning Outcomes

• plan, present and critique micro-teaching episodes that demonstrate an understanding of effective teaching strategies for diverse learners in mathematics
• evaluate and construct artefacts for a diverse range of stakeholders (e.g.: colleagues, parents and teachers) that advocate for the role of numeracy across all fields of human endeavour
• demonstrate the mathematical content knowledge and skills required for teaching in early childhood and primary settings

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination - In class - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Action plan - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Lesson plan 1 - (30%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Must complete all assessment items Must achieve at least 50% on the final exam to pass the subject Must achieve 50% overall to pass

Availabilities