5874 (v.3) Ed 574 - Curriculum and Instruction SI - Mathematics

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

1.5

Lecture:

1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

The subject area - basic principles, concepts and procedures used in curriculum materials currently available. Selection and writing of objectives appropriate to different groups of students. Developing learning sequences in the subject area. Selecting materials and media. Evaluation - student progress, and of the course. Techniques for evaluating progress - place of evaluation in the subject and in the classroom. Provision for evaluation in curriculum materials and guides.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have- Demonstrated a basic knowledge of the Curriculum Framework, especially those sections relating to the Mathematics learning areas. Distinguished between content and process objectives associated with Mathematics. Planned lessons using a variety of strategies and resources. Prepared, presented, analysed, evaluated and reflected on instructional strategies (accurate self analysis is a key objective). Demonstrated a basic knowledge of investigation, discovery learning and problem solving, as strategies to develop processes. Demonstrated the ability to use questioning techniques effectively. Understood the value of the demonstrated sound literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated awareness of current issues in Mathematics education.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Samson, J., Radloff, A. and de la Harpe, B. (1997). The Essay - A Guide to Writing Essays and Reports in the Faculty of Education. (third edition). Perth, Paradigm Press.

Unit Texts:

Samson, J., Radloff, A. and de la Harpe, B. (1997). The Essay: A Guide to Writting Essays and Reports in the Faculty of Education. (third edition). Perth, Paradigm Press.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Lesson Plans 50%, Program 40%, Professional Attributes 10%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y