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This course provides an introduction to teaching literacy and mathematics from year 0 to 8. There is a specific emphasis on teaching beginning literacy and number in mathematics. The course builds students own pedagogical content knowledge and the use of evidence-based pedagogical approaches in the classroom.
On the successful completion students will be able to:1. Explain how to be responsive to the needs of all learners to achieve literacy and mathematics success2. Describe a number of evidence-based approaches to teaching that support the learning of a diverse range of learners.3. Identify the relationships between pedagogical content knowledge and how children learn mathematics and learn to be literate.4. Demonstrate an understanding of the developmental progressions of literacy and mathematics, and the implications for assessment and supporting development
TECP423
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Sessions will vary by week. Check LEARN prior to the first week of classes for the teaching/topic schedule and session time. Specific literacy and mathematics weeks and sessions will be provided on LEARN
David Pomeroy
Briarne Oldham and Jeanne Pearce
Students must pass all assessment requirements to obtain a final passing grade for this course. Final grades will be determined at an examiners meeting and reported using the UC common grading system.Attendance and Engagement Requirements (Campus students)Full attendance and participation in campus intensive programmes, Tiriti o Waitangi workshops, and noho marae are compulsory requirements of the programme. Students are required to attend all scheduled course workshops and lectures. Students are also required to actively engage with course content including readings, online modules and related activities, and any other requirements specified by the course coordinator, in order to meet the learning outcomes of the course.Students are expected to notify lecturers in writing (e.g. email message) prior to their absence, with an explanation. For extended absences (3 or more days), students should apply to the course coordinator. Extended absences must be accompanied by supporting evidence, e.g. medical certificate. Alternative tasks that demonstrate engagement with course content missed due to absences must be completed to a satisfactory standard if provided. Attendance issues and/or lack of engagement with course content and activities may impact your ability to pass the course and/or complete the 'Teaching Professional Practice' associated with this course.
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Domestic fee $894.00
International fee $4,100.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Teacher Education .