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Teaching Measurement and Geometry (7-10) (EDUC91035)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2022
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Overview
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This subject explores the content and pedagogical content knowledge needed to teach the Measurement and Geometry strand in Years 7-10 mathematics. Participants will study research on students’ mathematical thinking and effective teaching methods, analyse major teaching resources and develop pedagogical use of technologies, including dynamic geometry and applets.
Development of the proficiencies of fluency, understanding, reasoning and problem solving will be considered in the context of Geometry. Strategies for engaging students in mathematics and developing a productive disposition will be considered. Approaches for planning learning sequences and lessons in Measurement and Geometry, including selection and use of appropriate resources will be addressed. Practical teaching tasks will complement theory.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) for teaching Measurement and Geometry across Years 7-10 mathematics
- Critically evaluate and reflect on research related to students' learning in Measurement and Geometry
- Select appropriate teaching strategies to differentiate teaching in Years 7-10 mathematics to meet specific needs of students
- Be able to design lesson plans and learning sequences in Years 7-10 Measurement and Geometry
- Plan for use of digital technology in teaching and learning of Geometry
Generic skills
- Evidence based decision making
- Creativity and innovation
- Learning to learn and metacognition
- Reflection for continuous improvement
- Linking theory and practice
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the GC-MTHED10 Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Education (Years 7-10)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
EDUC90667 Teaching Measurement and Geometry (no longer offered)
Recommended background knowledge
Qualified secondary teacher; and
Mathematics content up to Year 10 level, or equivalent.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Literature review: The teaching and learning of a topic in Measurement and Geometry
| Mid- teaching period | 50% |
Report: 'Measurement and geometry mathematics trail'
| End of the teaching period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: Minimum of 80% attendance at all scheduled lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2022
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Education (Years 7-10) - Links to additional information
Faculty of Education: https://education.unimelb.edu.au/
Last updated: 10 February 2024