ECM101 Teaching and Learning of Primary Mathematics I
 
Overview of the aims, framework, teaching approaches of the Primary Mathematics curriculum. Psychological theories of teaching and learning mathematics and formation of mathematics concepts. Preparation of scheme of work and lesson plans. Pedagogical principles of mathematics teaching including the use of class exposition and various teaching strategies. The purpose and use of abacus, drill and practice in primary mathematics. The teaching of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportion*.
 
ECM102 Teaching and Learning of Primary Mathematics II
 
Nature of mathematical thinking. Polya's model. Various heuristics for problem solving, including the "model" approach. Hands-on experience and presentation of specific lessons to enable trainee teachers to teach the programme effectively. The teaching of algebra, rate and speed.
 
ECM201 Teaching and Learning of Primary Mathematics III
 
Mathematical communication in the classroom. Testing theories for mathematical assessment and their application to construction of mathematics tests. Alternative forms of assessment in mathematics. Task analysis and error analysis. Teaching of the low ability pupils. Techniques and procedures for diagnosing pupils with mathematical difficulties. General and specific remedial strategies for helping pupils with mathematical difficulties. The teaching of money, measure and mensuration.
 
ECM202 Teaching and Learning of Primary Mathematics IV
 
Techniques and procedures for mathematical investigation and enrichment activities. Techniques for assessing higher level mathematical thinking. Teaching of the gifted and high ability pupils. The teaching of geometry, graphical representation and statistics.

* The teaching of the various mathematics topics will include discussion of the concepts, the appropriate learning theories and pupil difficulties, the use of suitable approaches, strategies and media such as the use of manipulatives, teaching aids, information technology (software and internet), games, worksheets etc. Techniques for developing higher order thinking skills will also be included within the teaching of the topics.