Early Numeracy

Undergraduate

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Mode
Mode
Your study is delivered on campus and/or online
On campus, Online
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Area/Catalogue
EDUC 1004
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Course ID
200598
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Campus
Magill, Mawson Lakes, Mt Gambier, Whyalla, Online
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Education
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

To develop students’ understanding of the relationship between Numeracy and early mathematical ideas, and how children from birth to 5 years’ experience and construct numeracy in everyday contexts.  

  • Numeracy Vs Mathematics
  • Image of the Child
  • Modes of Communication
  • Responsive Pedagogies
  • Formative Assessment
  • Documentation
  • Prior Knowledge
  • Planning
  • Big Ideas
  • Curriculum

Course learning outcomes

  • Identify young children’s (babies – toddlers - preschoolers) multi-modal communication of their mathematical understandings
  • Examine and identify young children’s intuitive construction of mathematical understanding and processes during numeracy experiences
  • Identify child-centered, play-based approaches appropriate for enhancing very young children’s mathematical understandings
  • Apply planning and evaluation strategies according to the EYLF planning cycle

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • Must not have completed EDUCX102 Early Numeracy

Assumed knowledge

N/A

Textbook(s)

N/A

Inherent requirements

N/A

Other resources

N/A

Assessment

  • Case Study – 40%
  • Portfolio – 60%
  • Discussion – 0%