Numeracy Knowledge and Understanding

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 5
Unit No:
H/505/0764
Credits:
15
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

Assessment Guidance

None

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Understand fundamental attributes of mathematics and numeracy.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Review the historic and cultural development of mathematics.
  • 1.2
    Analyse the language and concepts associated with number systems.
  • 1.3
    Analyse common errors and misconceptions in mathematics and possible reasons why they occur.
  • 1.4
    Analyse the techniques used in mathematics and numeracy for conceptual linkages.
2 — Understand the attributes of procedures within mathematics and numeracy.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Analyse the activities, processes and stages within mathematical problems and investigations.
  • 2.2
    Evaluate written, mental and diagrammatic mathematical strategies, analysing the associated metalanguage.
  • 2.3
    Analyse the use, interpretation and representation of data.
  • 2.4
    Evaluate the use of measurement systems within problem solving including:
    • definition;
    • conversion; and
    • representation.
3 — Understand how learning theories and the origins and status of mathematics impact on numeracy teaching.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Analyse the effect of the origins and status of mathematics knowledge on mathematics and numeracy curriculum development.
  • 3.2
    Analyse how teaching and learning theories underpin numeracy teaching and learning.
4 — Understand the links between the roles and perceptions of mathematics and numeracy within society.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Analyse the role of mathematics and numeracy within society.
  • 4.2
    Evaluate perceptions of mathematics and numeracy including:
    • popular views;
    • learner attitudes; and
    • trends in learner attainment.