Online Courses Handbook 2003

300883 v.2 Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics Education

Introduction
This course is designed for mathematics teachers, advisors, curriculum developers and administrators in primary, secondary, technical and tertiary education institutions. It is structured to provide for the systematic development of professional knowledge and skills through a substantial core of studies in mathematics education reflecting individual needs and interests.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A relevant degree or diploma and teaching experience. However, other qualifications and experience may satisfy entry requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. It is possible to undertake studies through a number of alternative arrangements. Students may elect to undertake the whole or part of their studies on a full-time, part-time or external study basis, and project work may be undertaken in short intensive periods such as annual holidays or long service leave. Not all units are available each year.

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.

Special Note
In some Australian states, this course is considered the equivalent of a fourth year of training for salary and career purposes.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1

5455 v.8 SMEC 591(M) - Mathematics Education Project 1 3.0 25.0

5456 v.7 SMEC 592(M) - Mathematics Education Project 2 3.0 25.0

6575 v.9 SMEC 501 - Foundations and Issues 3.0 25.0

6576 v.10 SMEC 502 - Research and Evaluation 3.0 25.0

6648 v.7 SMEC 513(S) - Trends and Developments 3.0 25.0

SELECT 3 OPTIONS 75.0

200.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

5474 v.5 SMEC 505 - Computer Education 3.0 25.0

5695 v.8 SMEC 595 - Contemporary Mathematics 3.0 25.0

6449 v.5 SMEC 620 - Gender Issues 3.0 25.0

6471 v.4 SMEC 693 - Special Topics 3.0 25.0

6473 v.6 SMEC 694 - Special Topics 3.0 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

10089 v.3 SMEC 695 - Special Topics 2.0 12.5

10090 v.3 SMEC 621 - Contemporary Issues in Science 3.0 25.0

11095 v.3 SMEC 541 - Primary Science Education 3.0 25.0

11590 v.2 SMEC 509 - Technology Education 2.0 12.5

12337 v.3 SMEC 622 - Classroom Climate 3.0 25.0

12987 v.2 SMEC 624 - Evaluation Issues 3.0 25.0

13583 v.2 SMEC 626 - Information Technology, Science and Society 3.0 25.0

301784 v.2 SMEC 555 - Learning Technologies for Teachers I 3.0 25.0

301792 v.2 SMEC 657 - Technology in the Classroom 3.0 25.0

301796 v.2 SMEC 556 - Learning Technologies for Teachers II 3.0 25.0

302149 v.2 SMEC 551 - Teaching Middle School Mathematics I 3.0 25.0

302150 v.2 SMEC 552 - Teaching Middle School Mathematics II 3.0 25.0