At Roxburgh Rise Primary School we believe that Numeracy is an integral part of modern society. The program aims to develop numerate students and provide them with a strong foundation of mathematical understanding and skills so that they excel academically and thrive in a numerically driven world.
Our research-based approach to the teaching of Numeracy includes:
- School wide approach using the Victorian Curriculum strands of Mathematics: Number, Algebra, Measurement, Space, Chance and Probability incorporating the four proficiencies.
- Monitoring of the development of all students using school wide formative and summative assessments. This allows us to focus on continuous improvement, tailored program development and delivery.
- Whole class modelling and explanations of mathematical vocabulary and understanding.
- Small group instructions allowing for differentiated learning.
- The opportunity to work with other students in collaborative learning situations.
- The extensive use of concrete materials or manipulatives in all learning phases and the application of mathematical knowledge in authentic, real-world situations.
- Opportunities for students to have a growth mindset and to self-assess and set goals.
- Recognise connections between the areas of mathematics and other disciplines and appreciate mathematics as an accessible and enjoyable discipline to study
- Digital based Numeracy resources to engage students and support them in their learning.
Our research-based approach to the teaching of numeracy includes two instruction models based on the Workshop Model and the Problem Based Model (Launch, Explore, Summarise) with a balanced focus on both explicit teaching (Gradual Release of Responsibility) and explore based learning.
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Mathematics Curriculum Structure
Mathematics Version 2.0 – Structure – Victorian Curriculum
Numeracy Online Programs at RRPS:
- Essential Assessment
- Mathletics
- Maths 300
- PAT Assessment
- Showbie: Students use this platform to collaborate and upload student work for teachers and parents:
How you can support your child at home:
- Different ways to incorporate numeracy in everyday: Resources for Parents
- Complete weekly homework with the students to consolidate on their learning
- Discuss what your child has learnt in Mathematics at school.
Free Websites for students to use at home:
- http://gregtangmath.com/
- https://www.mav.vic.edu.au/resources/primary-resources/item/580-mathspiration.html
- http://www.transum.org/Software/
- https://illuminations.nctm.org/
- http://bit.ly/1OxeRx6
- https://www.khanacademy.org/
- https://www.mathplayground.com/
- http://www.hoodamath.com/games/
