Teaching Algebra (7-10) (EDUC91034)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2025
About this subject
Overview
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This subject explores the content and pedagogical content knowledge needed to teach Algebra from the Number and Algebra strand in Years 7-10 mathematics, including patterns and algebra and linear and non-linear relationships. Participants will study research on students’ mathematical understanding and effective teaching methods. Current challenges, issues and opportunities in teaching Algebra will be addressed. The development of targeted teaching approaches for developing algebraic understanding and procedural fluency will be a focus.
Participants will develop pedagogical use of digital technology to support the teaching of algebra. Development of the proficiencies of fluency, understanding, reasoning and problem solving will be considered in the context of Algebra. Approaches for planning units of work in mathematics, including selection and use of appropriate resources will be addressed. Research and practice on teaching for procedural fluency and conceptual understanding will be reviewed. 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 Algebra across 7-10 mathematics
- Critically evaluate and reflect on research related to students' learning in Algebra
- 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 Algebra
- Plan for use of digital technology in teaching and learning of Algebra
Generic skills
- Evidence based decision making
- Creativity and innovation
- Learning to learn and metacognition
- Linking theory and practice
- Reflection for continuous improvement
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the GC-MTHED10 Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Education (Years 7-10)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
EDUC90669 Teaching Algebra (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: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Oral presentation: 10-minute oral presentation on teaching Algebra (20%) and 1500-word essay on students' understanding of Algebra (30%)
| Mid-teaching period | 50% |
Report: Analysis of textbook chapter
| 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: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
Not available in 2025
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
- 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: 4 March 2025