Teaching Number (7-10) (EDUC91033)

This subject explores the content and pedagogical content knowledge needed to teach Number in the Number and Algebra strand in Years 7-10 Mathematics, including number and place value, fractions, decimals, real numbers, money and financial arithmetic. The role of multiplicative reasoning in both Number and across the curriculum will be emphasised. Current challenges, issues and opportunities in teaching Number will be addressed.

Participants will study research on students’ mathematical understanding and effective teaching methods. Methods of identifying learners’ special needs and differentiating teaching will be a focus. Research and practice on promoting conceptual change through cognitive conflict and targeted discussion will be reviewed. Development of the proficiencies of fluency, understanding, reasoning and problem solving will be considered in the context of Number. Practical teaching tasks will complement theory.