The study of mathematics is mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.
By studying mathematics, students learn to work mathematically – developing fluency, understanding, problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills.
The syllabus consists of the following strands:
- number and algebra
- measurement and geometry
- statistics and probability.
Encompassing these three strands is the focus on Working Mathematically; developing fluency, understanding, problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills.
Many connections exist between the focus areas in mathematics. Skills and knowledge for focus areas often develop in an interrelated manner and can be addressed in parallel.
Within the context of the syllabus, ‘in parallel’ means teaching:
- multiple focus areas at the same time
- parallel content in a sequential manner
- application of knowledge, understanding and skills through interrelated focus areas.
At Berinba Public School we address outcomes in parallel to tailor learning to srudents needs, inrterests and abilities. We believe this increases student engagement, whilst enabling teachers to efficiently teach and assess essential concepts within the syllabus content while supporting students to make connections with their learning.
