Core Mathematics (9864.3)

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Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Education
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Academic Program Area - Education Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This subject will assist ensuring that students attain appropriate levels of mathematical capability to inform their progression towards their use and interpretation of mathematics within their careers in Education. It will aid in the development of mathematical knowledge by the presentation of the content via practical applications, problem solving and mathematical modelling. It is taught via a Mastery learning and assessment methodology so that students will progress through conceptual stages only when they have achieved an effective level of understanding at each conceptual stage. It uses online Learning Management Systems.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to demonstrate:
1. Mastery of at least 80% of their essential range of mathematical skills and concepts;
2. Conceptual and procedural mastery of basic mathematical operations dealing with whole numbers;
3. Conceptual and procedural mastery of a range of arithmetic and mathematical operations and transformations including fractions, decimals and percentages, estimation and rounding, proportions and proportional reasoning, scientific notation, powers and roots;
4. Conceptual and procedural mastery of a range of arithmetic and mathematical operations and transformations involving various shapes and their measurement, basic geometry, rates of change, systems and units of measurement;
5. Skills in creating, reading and using data in tables and graphs; and
6. The ability to solve mathematical problems using a variety of strategies.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware


Prerequisites

Enrolment in an Education course or permission from the Education Program Director.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

4802 Reconstructing Maths Understanding.

Assumed knowledge

Year 10 Mathematics.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
Not available

Required texts

Required Text:

Brady, K. & Winn, T., (2017). Maths Skills for Success at University. Oxford University Press, South Melbourne, Victoria

Required texts are available from the UC supplier; The School Locker. Texts can be ordered using the link https://theschoollocker.com.au/universities/university-of-canberra or by visiting The School Locker Store situated inside the UCX Shop.

Note for students enrolled in the Primary Program:

Students enrolled in the primary program are encouraged to purchase this book in the "Canberra University Maths Education Value Pack".
This pack also includes:

  • Sullivan, P. & Lilburn, P., (2017) Open-Ended Maths Activities. Oxford University Press, South Melbourne, Victoria
  • Siemon et al. (2021) Teaching Mathematics: Foundations to Middle Years (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press, South Melbourne, Victoria

These books are the required texts for units 9888 - The Practice (PCK) of Teaching Mathematics and 9883 - Mathematics in the Differentiated Classroom.

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Approval of extenuating circumstances will be dependent upon the production of supporting documentation and at the discretion of the unit convener.

All assessment items required to be submitted online must be submitted via the appropriate Canvas drop box. It is the student's responsibility to upload the correct and corresponding draft or assessment item to the right submission section. Assignments must be submitted in a format accessible to the assessor(s), as stated on the relevant canvas site. If the unit convener and/or tutor are unable to access a submission, a standard late penalty of 5% of the total marks possible for the task may be applied per day until the assignment is made accessible.

Online tests must be completed by the due date.  Students failing to complete online tests before the due date will be awarded a score of zero.

Assignments must be submitted in a format
accessible to the assessor(s), as stated on the relevant canvas site. If the unit convener and/or tutor
are unable to access a submission, a standard late penalty of 5% of the total marks possible for the
task may be applied per day until the assignment is made accessible.
Assignments must be submitted in a format
accessible to the assessor(s), as stated on the relevant canvas site. If the unit convener and/or tutor
are unable to access a submission, a standard late penalty of 5% of the total marks possible for the
task may be applied per day until the assignment is made accessible.
Assignments must be submitted in a format
accessible to the assessor(s), as stated on the relevant canvas site. If the unit convener and/or tutor
are unable to access a submission, a standard late penalty of 5% of the total marks possible for the
task may be applied per day until the assignment is made accessible.

Special assessment requirements

An aggregated mark of 50% is required to pass the unit.

In addition, all students must demonstrate 80% mastery of the unit content.

Mastery can be obtained by attaining 80% in each of the online mastery tests. Multiple attempts of topic tests are permitted.
Suggested dates for completing each mastery test are included within the timetable of activities, however students may attempt these tests at any point.
Except under exceptional circumstances, students must attain mastery of unit content before 11:59 pm, Sunday, 16 July 2023.

The unit convener reserves the right to question students orally on any of their submitted work.

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

Provision of valid documentation

Please note that the University takes student conduct very seriously. All documentation provided to University staff must be valid and the provision of fraudulent documentation carries with it potentially serious consequences, including suspension and/or exclusion from the University. Note that all allegations of student misconduct will be referred to the Associate Dean for Education (ADE) as a prescribed authority for investigation.

Learner engagement

Students can expect:

  • Workshops: 36 hours
  • Mastery Tests (including preparation): 16 hours
  • Weekly Homework Activities: 14 hours
  • Assessment Tasks (including preparation): 50 hours
  • Reading and Private Study: 34 hours

Participation requirements

Attendance at all scheduled sessions in this unit is compulsory and absences could result in a fail. All absences need to be supported by appropriate documentation (e.g. medical certificate).

Successful engagement with all learning activities in this accredited Initial Teacher Education course is necessary to demonstrate that you have met the Graduate career stage of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (AITSL, 2011).

It is recognised that sometimes absence is unavoidable. If you are absent for more than one session, however, your engagement with the unit could be considered unsatisfactory.

Required IT skills

None

Work placement, internships or practicums

None

Additional information

This Unit provides Theoretical Foundations by ensuring that students attain appropriate levels of mathematical capability to inform their progression towards their use and interpretation of mathematics within their careers in Education. It will aid in the development of mathematical knowledge by the presentation of the content via practical applications, problem solving and mathematical modelling.