Contemporary Issues in Numeracy and the Development of Mathematics

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
EDUC 5096
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Course ID
206277
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

To critically examine current issues concerning the nature of numeracy, mathematical understanding, and the development of numeracy in K-12.

Course learning outcomes

  • Critically evaluate relevant research on the development of numeracy and mathematics
  • Critically analyse key contemporary issues in numeracy and mathematics in the local context in the light of national and international developments
  • Analyse international data and research on numeracy and mathematics performance
  • Relate research findings to their own experience as practitioners and leaders of mathematics curriculum

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Literature Review, Case Study