Master of Numeracy (MC-NUM) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

The key objectives of the Master of Numeracy is for participants to:

Knowledge

• Develop a sound understanding of the roles and functions of numeracy as the capacity, confidence and disposition to use mathematics to meet the demands of learning, school, home, work, community and civic life
• Develop a thorough understanding of the theoretical and empirical basis of effective numeracy instruction
• Develop a sound understanding of research based strategies of integrating strategic numeracy teaching discipline based and interdisciplinary areas

Skills

• Develop effective process for whole school numeracy planning and instruction
• Develop leadership skills in leading numerate school environments

Application of Knowledge and skills

• Demonstrate knowledge of current research in teaching numeracy;
• Demonstrate leadership in the numeracy curriculum within their workplace.
• Demonstrate ability to plan and execute a substantial research-based project, capstone experience and/or piece of scholarship