support teaching and learning Unit 312 Support numeracy development Outcome 1: Understand current national and organisational frameworks for mathematics 1.1: Explain the aims and importance of learning provision for numeracy development The aims and importance of learning provision for numeracy development is to ensure that all pupils understand that maths is an important part of everyday life, and will continue to be used throughout their life. Maths is taught to children in many different ways, sometimes there can be too much emphasis on the recording of ‘sums’, if this is introduced to children too early it can slow down the pupil’s progress in thinking mathematically. Maths is now taught very differently to when I was in school, because there is more emphasis now in how you arrive at the answer and finding different methods of arriving at the correct answer particularly in the early primary phase. Showing the children different methods of arriving at the answer improves their investigation skills. The mathematics curriculum is intended to give the children a better understanding of numeracy.
During the lesson, students can utilize graphic organizers to identify, organize and assimilate key concepts and related details. A graphic organizer encourages students to actively seek out important details and helps filter out the non-crucial information. Students are forced to focus in on the areas of information that are important and in the process of filling out the organizer students are then able to make important connections between details. It also provides an outline that organizes the lesson information into a logical pattern making even more sense of the content increasing the student’s comprehension. Another benefit of utilizing a graphic organizer during a lesson is that it gives the
8/25/2014 Math 114 Syllabus Please print this page for your records: Print Syllabus Course Syllabus MATH114 Algebra for College Students Course Description At the conclusion of this course students will exhibit mastery at the 80% level of the following topics in Algebra: Basic treatment of algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, graphing linear equations, polynomial operations, positive and negative integral exponents, factoring, systems of linear equations, radical and rational expressions, quadratic equations, and various application problems. Required Text and Materials Tutorials The following are required viewing for this class: · The Macromedia Flash presentation Keys to Success: An Overview of DeVry
The aims and importance of learning provision for numeracy development. The curriculum provides pupils a solid foundation in all aspects of numeracy and a Key feature of developing skills in numeracy is for pupils to understand its purpose and be able to not only learn but also apply it to real life situation which is why it is important to establish mathematical skills at a early stage. In reception classes Teachers follow through a Foundation Stage Curriculum which includes problem solving, reasoning and Numeracy for pupils 40-60+ months old. In Key stage 1, numeracy skills are developed practically in shape, pattern, counting, sorting and measuring. Teachers plan activities in order to help the pupils develop mathematical skills through exploring, playing games.
Literacy demands in Mathematics Syllabus In critically analyzing the literacy demands of the NSW years 7-10 mathematics syllabus, it is important to understand the contemporary notions of literacy, explore the implicit and explicit nature of such literacy demands in the syllabus, and possible ways of extending this knowledge in a meaningful way. It is also important to discuss how it affects in the learning of mathematics. The Mathematics syllabus should be explicit solely in its demands however due to the various facets of student-learning capabilities, student-prior knowledge, and immensity of the syllabus content, it is also implicit. However, due to the various facets of student-learning capabilities, student-prior knowledge, and immensity of the syllabus content, it is also implicit. The traditional concept of being literate meant being adept in reading and writing text and using language to read, write, listen and speak.
Therefore, it is imperative that in the learning process, individuals are well equipped with the appropriate learning preference in order to allow more efficiency and help eliminate exhaustion of needed time for learning. The V.A.R.K analysis tool is ideal in identifying learning styles and will equip the student with the necessary strategies to gain success in academics. After participating in the V.A.R.K, I come to agree with the results of my learning style as a ‘Read-Write Learner’. In the age of internet, text messaging, and e-college, I consider my strength in learn at best when I have a hardcopy textbook in hand. Throughout elementary, high school and even college, learning by investing hours reading a textbook, dictionary, handouts, magazines allows my mind to imagine and explore the topic of study as opposed to the convenience of a web-browser.
With regards to the importance of Mathematics, this essay will consider effective pedagogy and the opportunities associated with such when relating to the principles and practice within CfE. In order to provide children with a wide range of knowledge and skills to develop an understanding of Mathematics, it is a teacher’s professional obligation to apply effective pedagogy within the classroom. In 1982, Cornelius stated it is clearly unrealistic to expect children to have the ability to teach themselves a difficult subject - it is the role of teachers to find a way of presenting it in an acceptable form to pupils of all abilities. This can be achieved by using different strategies which include active learning, collaborative learning and interdisciplinary learning. There are multiple theories associated with pedagogy.
Even in the young grades, teachers need to relate the content in which they are teaching in every way possible. Authentic instruction is a wonderful strategy to use in the classroom, to show students the importance of the content at hand. Along with authentic instruction, teachers can use various strategies to help the students organize their thoughts and the information they have read. Authentic instruction is often defined by teachers and preservice teachers as being interesting, motivating, fun, relevant topics (Duke, Gates, Hall, Tower, 345). Simply this is a
Raymond L. Barreto Chang April 24, 2012 PSY 130 K. Falge Getting to Know Your Personal Learning Style I think my preferred learning style is Logical-Mathematical since I like Math and I also like to do put stuff in order. I like to work with numbers rather than words and like to look for solution to problems using logical reasoning. Also I like to ask questions to get to the root of the issue. I like puzzles; I also can estimate measurements and enjoy science experiments. Logical (Mathematical) Learning Style When it comes to understanding and remembering new information, you feel most comfortable when you use logic, reasoning, and systems thinking.
I have developed an understanding of strategies that can be used to assess my students understandings of mathematics, and I have also developed ideas as to the ideal classroom environment. Week 3, Activity 1: A comparative analysis Week 3, activity 1 saw us compare and contrast the English program of the incoming Australian Curriculum (AC) with that of the relevant pre-existing State-based Curriculum – in my case the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS). Upon analysing I was able to interpret a number of similarities and differences between the two documents. The over arching aims and rationales are reasonably similar; there is a recognition in both curricula that the study of English is an invaluable component of the education of Australian children, and vital for Australians to experience success both during their school years, and beyond, as a member of society. One topic raised on the discussion board for this activity that resonated with me was the idea that ‘competency and proficiency in English is a right for all Australians.