EDF5162 Mathematics education in the secondary years B
Faculty of Education
EDF5162 Mathematics education in the secondary years B is a level 5, 6-credit-point, undergraduate and postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Education, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs EDF5161.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
Reviews
No reviews yetNo reviews yet. Be the first to review EDF5162.
Requisites
Before EDF5162
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After EDF5162
No unit lists EDF5162 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisites
- Enrolment in D3001 BEd(Hons), D3002 to D3007 BEd(Hons)(Secondary doubles), D6001 MTeach
Overview
This unit, along with EDF5161 Mathematics Education in the Secondary Years A, explores the teaching and learning of mathematics in secondary schools. The units introduce you to the language, approaches, and key big ideas important in mathematics education, with a focus on content, pedagogy and the interrelationships between them. You will be provided with opportunities to develop your mathematics content knowledge and pedagogical expertise for teaching at secondary levels. You will be encouraged to reflect on past and new experiences to inform and transform your perspectives on teaching practices that are engaging, effective, and inclusive. The units give you opportunities to investigate theoretical and empirical literature to appreciate important philosophical ideas and evidence-based research that is foundational to mathematics education. This unit focuses on learning to teach senior secondary mathematics (Years 11 and 12), following from EDF5161 which focuses on Years 7-10 mathematics. Together, the units emphasise a view of learning about teaching as an ongoing collaborative inquiry that is developed through research, critical analysis, creative thinking, and innovative action.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus, block |
Assessment
- Curriculum planning (2000 words or equivalent)Project50%
- Inquiry-based task (2000 words or equivalent)Project50%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
demonstrate deep pedagogical content knowledge for planning and implementing effective teaching approaches for secondary school mathematics in Australian and international contexts
- 2
design, implement, analyse, and evaluate relevant curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment for a unit of work for Years 11 and 12 senior secondary mathematics learners, that are suitable for the diverse social and cultural backgrounds and contexts
- 3
demonstrate an understanding of the developmental progression of mathematics concepts in curriculum and research literature, and the variety of mathematics assessment strategies effective at senior secondary levels
- 4
demonstrate highly effective communication skills, including the ability to convey ideas and display emotional intelligence, empathy, respect and confidence in yourself as a future teacher when working collaboratively with others
- 5
identify, investigate and research the literature on complex real-world issues and challenges surrounding secondary mathematics, using critical and creative thinking skills as well as a social justice and ethical orientation.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials16 hours
- Lectures8 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
You will be provided with the opportunity to engage with relevant literature and resources. Further, you will be encouraged to deepen your understanding of topic areas through collegial discussion and debate, and by participating in activities designed to extend your understanding.
You are expected to read the compulsory readings and engage with the schedule class and online activities. Classes will be interactive.
Learning resources
Recommended resources
Please visit the unit Moodle site for further information.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Hazel Tan
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Hazel Tan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for EDF5162?
You need EDF5161 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
When is EDF5162 offered?
In 2027, EDF5162 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is EDF5162?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does EDF5162 have an exam?
No. EDF5162 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.