FOUNDATION ALGEBRA
EDU0MA2
2021
Credit points: 5
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to a spectrum of algebraic thinking and skills required for future learning in general university programs. Students will be enabled to solve a variety of mathematical and algebraic problems using appropriate strategies, methods and techniques and to apply algebraic concepts and knowledge to different real world situations. Assessments tasks are based on cumulative development of skills and include online quizzes and one project task.
SchoolEducation
Credit points5
Subject Co-ordinatorJelena Medan
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 0 - Enabling Program
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesOnline quizzes, workshopping solutions to number and word problems individually and in online forum groups. Using algebraic strategies to present possible problem solutions. Workshopping algebrais solutions to problems individually and in online forum groups. Problem solving assessment involves production of short written report presenting data and problem solving strategies.Learning activities which model problem solving strategies and then provide opportunities for students to undertake tasks independently. Problem solving assessment presenting data and problem solving strategies in report form
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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On-Line, 2021, LTU Term 3, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJelena Medan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 18 - 23
One 3.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 18 to week 23 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 online quizzes - one per module (equivalent 450 words) Formative assessment answers shuffled and no limit on attempts | Other | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Problem solving report writing assessment (800 words equivalence) Submitted in 2 stages - in draft stage for lecturer review and feedback and partial grading (20%) then for final grading (40%) | Other | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2021, LTU Term 5, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJelena Medan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 37 - 42
One 3.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 37 to week 42 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 online quizzes - one per module (equivalent 450 words) Formative assessment answers shuffled and no limit on attempts | Other | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Problem solving report writing assessment (800 words equivalence) Submitted in 2 stages - in draft stage for lecturer review and feedback and partial grading (20%) then for final grading (40%) | Other | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2021, LTU Term 6, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJelena Medan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 46 - 51
One 3.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 46 to week 51 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 online quizzes - one per module (equivalent 450 words) Formative assessment answers shuffled and no limit on attempts | Other | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Problem solving report writing assessment (800 words equivalence) Submitted in 2 stages - in draft stage for lecturer review and feedback and partial grading (20%) then for final grading (40%) | Other | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2021, Online study period 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJelena Medan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 2 - 8
One 3.00 h unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 2 to week 8 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 online quizzes - one per module (equivalent 450 words) Formative assessment answers shuffled and no limit on attempts | Other | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Problem solving report writing assessment (800 words equivalence) Submitted in 2 stages - in draft stage for lecturer review and feedback and partial grading (20%) then for final grading (40%) | Other | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |