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EDBED4111 - Advanced Mathematical Pedagogies
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<p>This unit extends PSTs understanding of advanced pedagogies that are used to develop mathematical skills and cater for the diverse range of learners in any primary classroom. Thinking routines will be explored with a focus on using thinking routines as a regular feature of mathematics classes to strengthen links between mathematical concepts. Rich assessment tasks will be developed using real world contexts that engage students. These tasks will then be evaluated to understand the richness of data that is obtained from such tasks. Differentiation will be another focus of the unit examining different ways that work can be differentiated in line with current theoretical research on differentiation. This unit will explore pedagogies such as point of need teaching, inquiry and grouping within the classroom through data use. Writing accurate reports based on data and coding using both spreadsheets and commercially available software will also be explored.</p>
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<p>Topics to be covered:<br><br>
Differentiation<br>
• Differentiation techniques for use in the primary mathematics classroom.<br>
• Examining how current curriculum documents build learning sequences.<br>
• Documenting differentiation in topic, term and yearly plans.<br>
• Using assessment data as a tool to differentiate.<br>
• Using evidence to construct reports based on evidence including assessment data.<br>
• Using point of need teaching to differentiate instruction.<br>
Thinking<br>
• Linking thinking routines to the content strands of mathematics as listed in current curriculum documents.<br>
• Designing learning activities and sequences in mathematics using thinking routines.<br>
• The purpose and uses of rich assessment tasks.<br>
• Writing rich assessment tasks with real world contexts for mathematics.<br>
• Using inquiry in mathematics to extend all students.<br>
Coding<br>
• Coding through spreadsheets.<br>
• Coding using commercially available software.<br>
• Developing coding activities for classroom use.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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<p>This unit extends PSTs understanding of advanced pedagogies that are used to develop mathematical skills and cater for the diverse range of learners in any primary classroom. Thinking routines will be explored with a focus on using thinking routines as a regular feature of mathematics classes to strengthen links between mathematical concepts. Rich assessment tasks will be developed using real world contexts that engage students. These tasks will then be evaluated to understand the richness of data that is obtained from such tasks. Differentiation will be another focus of the unit examining different ways that work can be differentiated in line with current theoretical research on differentiation. This unit will explore pedagogies such as point of need teaching, inquiry and grouping within the classroom through data use. Writing accurate reports based on data and coding using both spreadsheets and commercially available software will also be explored.</p>
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<p>Topics to be covered:<br><br> Differentiation<br> • Differentiation techniques for use in the primary mathematics classroom.<br> • Examining how current curriculum documents build learning sequences.<br> • Documenting differentiation in topic, term and yearly plans.<br> • Using assessment data as a tool to differentiate.<br> • Using evidence to construct reports based on evidence including assessment data.<br> • Using point of need teaching to differentiate instruction.<br> Thinking<br> • Linking thinking routines to the content strands of mathematics as listed in current curriculum documents.<br> • Designing learning activities and sequences in mathematics using thinking routines.<br> • The purpose and uses of rich assessment tasks.<br> • Writing rich assessment tasks with real world contexts for mathematics.<br> • Using inquiry in mathematics to extend all students.<br> Coding<br> • Coding through spreadsheets.<br> • Coding using commercially available software.<br> • Developing coding activities for classroom use.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Education
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
070103 - Teacher Education: Primary
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p><p>Wimmera - Horsham (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/edbed4111">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=EDBED3112" target="_blank">EDBED3112</a>"</p>
Corequisite
<p>must be enrolled in "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=EDBED4112" target="_blank">EDBED4112</a>"</p>
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None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Examine effective differentiation strategies for Mathematics at a primary level to meet the specific learning needs of students.</p>
K2
<p>Examine the links between curriculum assessment and reporting.</p>
K3
<p>Analyse point of need teaching and its links to differentiation.</p>
K4
<p>Explore a range of resources, including ICT resources that engages students.</p>
K5
<p>Recognise how thinking routines can provide activities that have multiple entry points.</p>
S1
<p>Adapt work to differentiate for learners with specific learning needs.</p>
S2
<p>Write accurate reports based on a range of assessments data.</p>
S3
<p>Reflect on the thinking processes associated with the teaching and learning of Mathematics.</p>
S4
<p>Incorporate appropriate technology in the learning of Mathematics.</p>
S5
<p>Develop classroom activities that engage and meet learning needs.</p>
A1
<p>Develop a fully differentiated lesson plan incorporating theoretical understandings about the teaching and learning of Mathematics.</p>
A2
<p>Design classroom resources that use thinking routines as their basis.</p>
A3
<p>Write simple code for mathematical situations and develop coding for classroom use.</p>
A4
<p>Write accurate reports based on assessment data and other evidence.</p>
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<p>Write code to solve simple mathematics based problems and develop a classroom coding activity for student use.</p>
<p>Developing classroom resources</p>
<p>30-40%</p>
K4, S4, A3
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<p>Develop fully differentiated lesson plans (including rationale) that incorporates a range of resources including ICT and thinking routines.</p>
<p>Academic report, Lesson Planning</p>
<p>60-70%</p>
K1, K3, K5, S1, S3, S5, A1, A2
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<p>Write accurate student reports in mathematics based on evidence and assessment data.</p>
<p>Hurdle task</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K2, S2, A4
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Education, Arts & Community
Discipline:
Education
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
070103 - Teacher Education: Primary
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning</p><p>Wimmera - Horsham (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/edbed4111">View unit fees</a>
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