This unit explores the implications of the fundamental assumption in this module ? that ALL children can learn mathematics, whatever their background or language or sex, and regardless of learning disabilities they may have. It gives practical guidance on how teachers can adapt their lessons according to the specific needs of their learners. more

The solutions unit consists of the following: * General points for discussion relating to the teaching of the mathematical content in the activities. * Step-by-step mathematical solutions to the activities. * Annotations to the solutions to assist teachers in their understanding the maths as well as teaching issues relating to the mathematical content represented in the activities... more

This unit explores outcomes-based assessment of mathematics in terms of five main questions:  Why assess?(the purposes of assessment); What to assess? (achievement of outcomes, but also understanding, reasoning and problem-solving ability); How to assess? (methods, tools and techniques); How to interpret the results of assessment? (the importance of criteria and rubrics for outcomes-based... more

This unit explores outcomes-based assessment of mathematics in terms of five main questions ? Why assess? (the purposes of assessment); What to assess? (achievement of outcomes, but also understanding, reasoning and problem-solving ability); How to assess? (methods, tools and techniques); How to interpret the results of assessment? (the importance of criteria and rubrics for outcomes-based... more