Principles, Methods and Practicum for Teaching Early Mathematics II

This course investigates how children learn mathematics. The fundamental principles of maths will be examined. Students will learn how to teach mathematics so that chil- dren: 1) visualise mathematical relationships 2)make connections within and between mathematics ideas 3) relate and connect concepts to real world applications and prob- lem solving. Students will apply instructional methods and strategies during the Practicum experience in the classroom.