Overview

    Explores practical implementation of the primary mathematics and statistics curriculum, using final year placements as contexts. Requires students to link practice and theory while building on their mathematical content knowledge.

    About this paper

    Paper title Advanced Mathematics and Statistics
    Subject Education
    EFTS 0.15
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period(s) Full Year (On campus)
    Full Year (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $912.00
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Prerequisite
    EDCR 231
    Restriction
    EDUP 302, EDUP 304
    Limited to
    BTchg
    Notes
    Primary Education and Te Pōkai Mātauranga o te Ao Rua (Primary Bicultural Education) students only.
    Contact

    Dr Bilinda Offen (bilinda.offen@otago.ac.nz)

    Teaching staff

    Paper Co-ordinator: Dr Bilinda Offen (Mathematics - Dunedin)
    Other staff: To be confirmed

    Paper Structure
    Individualising the mathematics programme
    • Development band
    • Underachievement
    • Following interests
    • Grouping
    • Computer assisted teaching
    Long-term plans
    • Key mathematical ideas related to Curriculum strands
    • Topic, theme, cross-curriculum
    • Maintenance
    • Creating a mathematics learning environment
    The reflective teacher of Mathematics
    • Methodologies for reflecting on practice
    • Monitoring progress
    • Profiles
    • Reporting
    • Issues
    • Numeracy Interviews
    • Critical appraisal of assessment tools and strategies
    • Principles of assessment
    • Assessment resource banks (web)
    • Using NEMP findings
    Mathematics Teaching Philosophy
    • The importance of mathematics
    • Needs of learners
    • Classroom implications
    • Mathematics through a cultural lens
    Curriculum related issues
    • International perspectives on mathematics learning and teaching
    • School interpretation and adaptation of curriculum to meet community needs
    Transition to the teaching profession
    • Establishing programmes in Mathematics
    • Communicating with parents
    Life-long learners
    • Critically evaluate national and international research, trends and teaching practice
    Textbooks

    Mathematics Compulsory Text (purchase before classes start):

    • Jorgensen, R. & Dole, S. (2011). Teaching Mathematics in Primary Schools 2nd Edition. Crows Nest NSW: Allen & Unwin.
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Cultural understanding, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to

    1. Design, plan and critically evaluate inclusive programmes in Mathematics that cater for the identified needs of all children (including those who have English as an additional language) and linking where appropriate to aspects of te reo me ōna tikanga Māori
    2. Select, justify and make effective use of a range of appropriate diagnostic, formative and summative assessment strategies
    3. Adapt, use and evaluate a range of teaching approaches and resources to support learning in mathematics contexts
    4. Articulate a philosophy of teaching and learning based on curriculum statements, learning theory, relevant research, practicum experiences and personal belief
    5. Demonstrate reflective teaching in mathematics
    6. Critically examine the efficacy of the New Zealand Curriculum in Mathematics in relation to international educational trends and research
    7. Display a high level of personal and professional literacy, numeracy and ICT proficiency

    Timetable

    Full Year

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Lecture

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    E1 Wednesday 15:00-15:50 9-14, 16-20, 28-31

    Tutorial

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend one stream from
    E1 Thursday 08:00-09:50 9-14, 16-20, 28-31
    E2 Thursday 10:00-11:50 9-14, 16-20, 28-31
    E3 Thursday 13:00-14:50 9-14, 16-20, 28-31

    Full Year

    Location
    Invercargill
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Workshop

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Tuesday 13:00-14:20 28-32
    Tuesday 13:30-14:50 9-14, 16, 18-21
    Thursday 09:00-10:20 9-14, 16-21

    Overview

    Explores practical implementation of the primary mathematics and statistics curriculum, using final year placements as contexts. Requires students to link practice and theory while building on their mathematical content knowledge.

    About this paper

    Paper title English and Mathematics 3
    Subject Education
    EFTS 0.15
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period(s) Semester 1 (On campus)
    Semester 1 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2024 have not yet been set
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Prerequisite
    EDCR 231
    Limited to
    BTchg
    Notes
    Primary Education and Te Pōkai Mātauranga o te Ao Rua (Primary Bicultural Education) students only.
    Contact

    Dr Bilinda Offen (bilinda.offen@otago.ac.nz)

    Teaching staff

    Paper Co-ordinator: Dr Bilinda Offen (Mathematics - Dunedin)
    Other staff: To be confirmed

    Textbooks

    Mathematics Compulsory Text (purchase before classes start):

    • Jorgensen, R. & Dole, S. (2011). Teaching Mathematics in Primary Schools 2nd Edition. Crows Nest NSW: Allen & Unwin.
    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Cultural understanding, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    At the conclusion of this course the student will be able to:

    1. Apply a sound understanding of English and Mathematics in the New Zealand Curriculum
    2. Adapt, use and evaluate a range of teaching approaches and resources to support learning in English and Mathematics contexts
    3. Select, justify, and make effective use of a range of appropriate diagnostic, formative and summative assessment strategies
    4. Apply a sound understanding of the literacy and mathematical progressions as embedded in the NZ Curriculum
    5. Demonstrate appropriate integration and implementation of  te reo Māori and te ao Māori in an authentic context within English and Mathematics learning areas.
    6. Design, plan and critically evaluate inclusive programmes in English and Mathematics  that cater for the identified needs of all children

    Timetable

    Semester 1

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Tutorial

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend one stream from
    A1 Thursday 08:00-09:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-20
    A2 Thursday 10:00-11:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-20
    A3 Thursday 13:00-14:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-20
    AND one stream from
    B1 Thursday 08:00-09:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-20
    B2 Thursday 08:00-09:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-20
    B3 Monday 13:00-14:50 9-13, 15-16, 18-20

    Semester 1

    Location
    Invercargill
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Workshop

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Tuesday 11:00-12:50 9-13, 15-22
    Thursday 09:00-10:50 9-13, 15-22
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