An introduction to the mathematics K-2 syllabus

Three modules of 20 minutes duration.

Duration – 20 minutes

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Develop an understanding of the key researched pedagogical approaches that lead to desirable outcomes for all learning:

  • Students becoming mathematicians
  • An overview of effective pedagogy in mathematics (includes the 10 principles)

Duration – 20 minutes

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Develop a basic understanding of the purpose of the aim and rationale and the structure and layout of the syllabus outcomes and content:

  • What is the purpose of the rationale and aim?
  • How is the syllabus structured?
  • What is the purpose of the outcomes and content?
  • What is the purpose of the teaching advice?
  • What is the purpose of the key progress points and access content points?

Duration – 20 minutes

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Develop an understanding of the impact of teaching mathematics from a connectionist approach:

  • What is a connectionist approach and why does it matter?
  • What connections support student learning and how can the syllabus help?
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