127911 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Education


GradCertMathEd(Curtin)

Introduction
This course is designed for experienced science, mathematics and technology teachers, educators or leaders who typically hold first degrees in science or mathematics. It develops and enhances knowledge and understanding of teaching and assessment techniques, curriculum and curriculum implementation, and or science and mathematics content in their own specialised field of study. The units address individual needs so that the knowledge and understanding gained may be applied to professional practice.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A first degree in science or mathematics, teaching qualifications and or teaching experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are not considered for this course, but graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Science Education or Graduate Certificate in Mathematics Education may be eligible for recognition of prior learning towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics Education.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study. It is anticipated that most students will study on a part-time basis.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1    
6575 v.9   SMEC 501 - Foundations and Issues 3.0 25.0
      SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   75.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
5328 v.5   Physics Project 591 4.0 25.0
5693 v.4   Biology 595 4.0 25.0
5695 v.8   SMEC 595 - Contemporary Mathematics 3.0 25.0
5696 v.4   Physics 595 4.0 25.0
6702 v.5   SMEC 503 - Biology Education 2.0 12.5
6703 v.6   SMEC 504 - Chemistry Education 2.0 12.5
6705 v.7   SMEC 507 - Mathematics Education 3.0 25.0
6706 v.6   SMEC 508 - Physics Education 2.0 12.5
10090 v.3   SMEC 621 - Contemporary Issues in Science 3.0 25.0
           
           

Availability
YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2003Bentley CampusSemester 1YY
2003Bentley CampusSemester 2YY

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.



 

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