Mathematics



Mathematics is an integral part of a general education. It underpins science and technology, most industry, trade and commerce, social and economic planning and communication systems and is an essential component for effective participation in a rapidly changing society.

//If taken as a minor in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: // //Mathematics years 8 – 10, Trade and Business Maths years 11 and 12 and possibly Maths A and Literacy and numeracy years 11 and 12. //

//If taken as a major in most schools it would be expected that you could teach: // //Mathematics years 8 – 10, Functional Maths and Pre-vocational Maths in years 11 and 12, Maths A, B and C , numeracy (short course) and Literacy and numeracy years 11 and 12. //

For details about QLD year 11 and 12 syllabi go to: []; for details about years 8 - 10 Australian Curriculum to go: []

Meet your online mentor: Stephen Broderick

 * [[image:secondarymentoring/stephen_broderick.jpg width="212" height="257"]] || I have been teaching at St Ursula’s College for 25 years in the areas of Mathematics and Science.(I am only teaching Mathematics at the moment). I enjoy using technology in mathematics and science, especially probes and Ti-Nspire software. I am also an accredited Ti trainer for Ti-Nspire calculators and software. I have been a member of NCTM and QAMT for 23 years and I am currently secretary of the Toowoomba District Maths Teachers Association. ||