Leading mathematics 1: What do we need to know?

Overview

You will watch and read insights from researchers and complete suggested activities to explore the essential components of pedagogical content knowledge as it relates to the teaching of primary mathematics and discover effective strategies for leading mathematics in the primary school. You are encouraged to use your own school and classroom context to consider and apply the content of the course.

Syllabus

Explain the essential components of pedagogical content knowledge as it relates to the teaching of primary mathematics
Examine learning theory relating to primary mathematics
Apply mathematical ideas to the Pedagogical Content Knowledge domains map for mathematical knowledge for teaching
Demonstrate pedagogical content knowledge across the primary mathematics curriculum by aligning specific mathematical concepts to curriculum, content and pedagogical practices
Understand effective strategies for leading mathematics in the primary school
Demonstrate elements of effective pedagogy in mathematics