EDLO302 LOTE Education 1

10 cp

The aim of this unit is to develop in students a sound knowledge of current developments and issues in second-language learning and a thorough insight into the methods of LOTE (Languages other than English) teaching, including a variety of approaches in course planning.

EDLO409 LOTE Curriculum and Teaching 1

10 cp

This unit is designed to promote close examination of language acquisition research findings, of first and second-language learning theories, and of the principles of optimal classroom learning and teaching. Students will become familiar with current national, state and system policies regarding LOTE education, and will study theories, past and present, of language acquisition and LOTE teaching methodology appropriate to the different stages of schooling and for the macro language skills. Students will explore the notions of associations, mind mapping, topic, language functions.

EDLO410 LOTE Curriculum and Teaching 3

10 cp

This unit is designed to promote a more in-depth examination of many aspects of the processes of learning and teaching a second language beginning with the role of language and literacy in both first and second languages. Prospective LOTE educators will become familiar with how to foster a positive second language learning environment in the classroom by studying research results on the main factors affecting second language acquisition and the characteristics of good second language learners. The main elements of lesson planning and lesson delivery will include the discussion of research studies on second language students’ modes of learning and on the use of the target language by second language teachers during class time.

EDLO411 LOTE Curriculum and Teaching 2

10 cp

This unit is designed to introduce students to the principles of communicative language learning and the implications for the planning and implementation of effective LOTE programs. Teaching strategies relating to genres, mixed ability classes and learning styles will be examined, together with assessment and reporting issues.

EDLO412 LOTE Curriculum and Teaching 4

10 cp

This unit will encourage students to examine closely the difference between immersion and classroom instructed second language acquisition and its practical implications, particularly as they relate to the fostering of the communicative approach in the teaching of the main language skills. Students will learn how to enhance learners’ strengths and how to help their weaknesses in their first language through the acquisition process of another language. Students will expand their knowledge of how to best cater for different learning styles in the classroom, and they will be offered the opportunity to develop teaching materials based on best teaching practices, including the use of ICT technology, which are particularly suitable for assessment purposes. Students will be come familiar with the basic principles of how to set up and organize classroom-based research involving young second language learners.

EDMA100 Exploring Mathematics

10 cp

This unit is a combination of experiences in mathematical processes and content. It develops relevant mathematics skills in estimation and computation, problem solving, investigations and mathematical modelling and the application of technology to mathematics. It also develops concepts in pre-algebra and space and measurement, chance and data. The students will also study how mathematics can be applied to their lives. Demonstration of an acceptable level of mathematics knowledge and skills by the student is required.

EDMA101 Mathematics Education 1 

10 cp

This unit is designed to provide students with an introduction to primary mathematics education by discussing and investigating current directions in mathematics education. The unit will focus on theories of learning mathematics, the structure and content of the mathematics curriculum, and effective teaching and assessment approaches.

A child-centred approach to learning and teaching mathematics will be emphasised with students considering the role of assessment in assisting teachers to understand children's current mathematical thinking and to plan effective learning experiences. The students will examine the role of manipulatives, technology, and language development in supporting children's construction of mathematical concepts and processes.

EDMA103 Exploring Mathematics 1 

10 cp

This unit uses a problem solving approach and an emphasis on deep learning and deep knowledge of important mathematical content knowledge needed for teaching. The mathematical focus areas are whole number, measurement and space. There is a particular emphasis on students diagnosing their own understanding of these areas and engaging in practices, discussions and their own research to broaden and deepen their understanding. The content and assessment in this unit not only support this, but also embed this understanding in realistic contexts for the students. A consideration of the historical and cultural development of these focus areas will situate mathematics in a multicultural and global society, and will provide better understanding of the importance of mathematics as a tool in identifying power differences among socio-economic classes, and racial, ethnic and gender groups. The kinds of approaches to learning and teaching advocated for Learning and Teaching Mathematics 1 and Learning and Teaching Mathematics 2 are modelled in this unit.

EDMA200 Mathematics Education 2 

10 cp

This unit is designed to provide students with opportunities to consider issues and strategies in planning, implementing and monitoring children's learning experiences. Students will further explore the structure and content of the mathematics curriculum with reference to national and state documents. Opportunities will be provided for students to critically examine learning activities such as problem solving and investigations, teaching approaches such as cooperative learning, a range of assessment strategies, and issues such as gender, culture, context and language. Underpinning students' explorations in the unit will be theories of children's mathematical learning such as constructivism, and socio-cognitive approaches to learning.

EDMA201 Numeracy in the Early Years

10 cp

This unit is designed to provide students with an opportunity to specialise in numeracy in the early years of primary mathematics education by discussing and investigating numeracy aspects in all strands of the mathematics curriculum applying to the first three years of schooling. The unit will focus on the stages of growth in mathematical understanding, the structure and content of a range of numeracy programs, effective teaching and assessment approaches at the early years level and the findings of research projects in this area.

A child-centred approach to learning and teaching mathematics will be emphasised with students considering the role of assessment in assisting teachers to understand children's current mathematical thinking and to plan effective learning experiences.

EDMA202 Mathematics: Teaching and Learning 1

10 cp

This unit has as a guiding principle, a fundamental concern for justice, and for the dignity of all human beings. In respect to mathematics education, this principle is fundamental in guiding relationships and interactions between students and teachers, and in guiding the development of mathematics learning communities and learning opportunities.
Within such a context, this unit is designed to provide an introduction to primary mathematics education by discussing and investigating current directions in mathematics education, and the role of mathematics education in providing the opportunities necessary for all people to reach a level of mathematical understanding required for full participation in community life, work and further education. The unit will introduce theories of learning mathematics and effective teaching and learning in the contexts of Number, Measurement and Space.
Emphasis will be placed on an approach to learning and teaching mathematics that is respectful of each child’s background and culture. The role of manipulatives, technology, language and mental processes in children’s developing concepts, understandings and skills will also be a focus. A further aspect considered will be the role of assessment interviews in identifying children’s current mathematical understanding, and the use of this information to inform teaching, and develop positive attitudes to mathematics.

EDMA307 Mathematics Education 3

10 cp

This unit is designed to focus in further detail on contemporary curriculum issues that relate to the learning of mathematics. The students will investigate current research into mathematics education and discuss its implications for the classroom.

The students will examine state, national and international curriculum publications, curriculum programs, research journals and internet websites. There will be a particular emphasis on understanding how children construct mathematical knowledge and skills and develop mathematical understandings. Inquiry-based teaching strategies that promote numeracy through mathematical thinking will be modelled. Demonstration of an acceptable level of mathematics knowledge and skills by the student is required.

EDMA309 Exploring Mathematics 2 

10 cp

This unit, following on from Exploring Mathematics 1, uses a problem-solving approach and an emphasis on deep understanding of important mathematical content knowledge needed for teaching. In this case, the mathematical focus is on rational number (fractions, decimals, percentages), proportional reasoning, probability and statistics, and algebraic thinking and reasoning. There is a particular emphasis in content and assessment on “real-world” applications of mathematics. The kinds of approaches to teaching and learning advocated in Learning and Teaching Mathematics 1 and Learning and Teaching Mathematics 2 are modelled in this unit, where the desire is to increase the confidence and competence of students with mathematics.

EDMA310 Mathematics: Learning and Teaching 2

10 cp

This unit is designed to provide student teachers with opportunities to consider issues and strategies in planning, implementing and monitoring learning experiences for pupils in primary mathematics, with an underpinning concern for justice and the dignity of all. Students will explore the structure and content of the mathematics curriculum with reference to relevant state or territory documents. Opportunities will be provided for students to experience and critically examine a range of different learning activities and teaching approaches. The teaching of rational number, algebra, and chance and data will form the content basis of this unit. Students will examine a range of formal and informal assessment strategies with an emphasis on using these tools to inform reporting on student achievement. Underpinning students’ explorations in the unit will be theories of children’s mathematical learning such as constructivism, and socio-cognitive approaches to learning. Students will investigate the findings of reported research into mathematics education issues considered within this unit, and will discuss implications for the classroom.