? Credit Points : 20  ? SCQF Level : 10  ? Acronym : EDU-3-MPE

The course covers two main strands - Further Mathematics and Issues in Mathematics Education. Further Mathematics deals with algebra, probability, statistics, and a selection of enrichment topics, such as topology, graphics, practical drawing and use of instruments. Issues in Mathematics Education has two central themes: Curriculum Development and Special Educational Needs.

? Pre-requisites : Successful completion of Mathematics in Primary Education 2

Home subject area

Education, (The Moray House School of Education, Schedule C)

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

All of the following classes

Type Day Start End Area Lecture Wednesday 11:10 13:00 Central Lecture Thursday 10:00 10:50 Central

The broad aim of the course is to help students become more knowledgeable, confident and reflective teachers of Primary mathematics.

Students are required to analyse and give their reaction to a piece of writing about mathematics education (2000 words).

The Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries.

Course Secretary

Dr Abbie Garrington
Tel : (0131 6)51 6631
Email : abbie.garrington@ed.ac.uk

Course Organiser

Mrs Ruth Forrester
Tel : (0131 6)50 5052
Email : ruth.forrester@ed.ac.uk

School Website : http://www.education.ed.ac.uk/

College Website : http://www.hss.ed.ac.uk/