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Maths curriculum continuum

Directorate: Curriculum GET How the ECD curriculum builds a foundation for Maths and Science for ELRU SEEDS Seminar 03 October 2012. Maths curriculum continuum. PHASE. SUBJECTS. Mathematics Mathematical Literacy Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics. FET (Grades 10 -12)

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Maths curriculum continuum

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  1. Directorate: Curriculum GETHow the ECD curriculum builds a foundation for Maths and Sciencefor ELRU SEEDS Seminar03 October 2012

  2. Maths curriculum continuum PHASE SUBJECTS Mathematics Mathematical Literacy Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics • FET (Grades 10 -12) • Senior Phase (Grades 7 -9) • Intermediate Phase (4-6) • Foundation Phase (R – 3)

  3. Science curriculum continuum PHASE SUBJECTS Life Sciences; Physical Sciences; Geography; Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Technology, Engineering Graphics and Design; Information Technology; Consumer Studies Natural Sciences Technology Geography Natural Sciences and Technology Social Sciences Life Skills – Study area: Beginning Knowledge • FET (Grades 10 -12) • Senior Phase (Grades 7 -9) • Intermediate Phase (4-6) • Foundation Phase (R – 3)

  4. The National Curriculum Statement Grades R - 12 Subject Time allocation 10 hours per week 7 hours per week 6 hours per week = 23 hours total • Home Language • Mathematics • Life Skills

  5. Life Skills in the Foundation Phase

  6. WHAT must be taught? Maths Science (Life Skills BK) Concepts & skills NS: 4 concepts SS: 7 concepts Process skills Per Term Silent! • Concepts & skills • 5 Content Areas • Skills • Per term, per week • Clarification notes: 244 pages

  7. Strengthening science in the ECD curriculum Content clarification Planning that Identifies exciting, relevant topics Provides experiences 4x per term Is focused (lesson planning) Incudes meaningful integration Incidental learning

  8. Integration An integrated curriculum addresses holistic and developmentally-appropriate ECD practice where mediated learning and the philosophy of the “whole child” is recognised, and meaningful, experiential learning is seen as paramount. Natural integration Secondary to subject requirements

  9. Timetabling in Grade R 3 subjects everyday Time allocations Informal environment

  10. Methodology mantras Maths Science From the known to the unknown Experiential Language • “Do, talk, record” • From the kinesthetic to concrete to semi concrete • Language

  11. The NCS builds a foundation for maths and science by Specifying developmentally-appropriate content and methodology Protecting but not restricting subject time Promoting natural integration Recognising the importance of an informal context thereby enabling each teacher to harness the innate curiosity and enthusiasm of the young child and set up exciting, relevant and inspiring maths and science experiences with lifelong impact.

  12. Thank you

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