EMM108 Mathematics & Numeracy Studies (8)

This subject considers the central concepts, modes of enquiry and structure of the content of mathematics. Students will explore mathematical concepts with a strong emphasis on numeracy as an enjoyable and relevant way of constructing mathematical meaning and ideas. This subject also introduces students to the use of technological media both as a personal tool for study at a tertiary level and as a medium for learning.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2019.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Faculty of Arts and Education

Incompatible Subjects

EMM111

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

- have evaluated the nature and role of Mathematics in describing and modelling patterns and relationships that can be generalised, and as a means of interpreting the world;
- be able to demonstrate the purposes and functions of mathematics and numeracy in the community;
- demonstrate a broad and critical knowledge and understanding of the mathematics discipline;
- be able to utilise a constructivist approach to mathematics learning;
- be able to employ mathematics as a form of communication and thinking
- be able to interpret and explain mathematical concepts and processes;
- be able to utilise data, including planning, gathering, organizing, applying data to solve problems, and communicating results through the selection of appropriate representations;
- be able to select and use appropriate mathematical thinking and problem-solving techniques in and for a variety of contexts in order to solve problems;
- be able to employ software to critically enhance the learning of mathematics;
- be able to reflect critically on and improve practice;
- be able to explore mathematical discipline concepts through research;
- be able to utilise constructive feedback to improve practice.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

-The mathematics discipline. -The nature and role of numeracy and mathematics. -Attitudes to numeracy & mathematics. -Mathematical concepts and processes: *thinking and working mathematically *describing, modelling and generalising patterns and relationships; *choosing and using mathematics: mathematical thinking and problem-solving techniques; *using software, the internet and technology to support mathematics, and *data and statistics based on reporting societal phenomena.

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The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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