Developing Students as Mathematicians (DSaM)

These resources have been developed for teachers and leaders to explore ways to engage students in real life mathematics that is purposeful and meaningful, to encourage them to see themselves as mathematicians and to develop a love and interest in mathematics.

Dr Leicha Bragg

(Deakin University)

This resource has been created to support teachers to explore how mathematical knowledge and skills can help students make sense of social justice issues around the world.  

It addresses aspects of the Mathematics curriculum and the General Capabilities.

Contents: 6 videos, websites and article

Doug Clarke

(Australian Catholic University - ACU)

How do we design mathematics learning experiences that are real world, relevant, rich and rigorous?  One way is to start with things in which our students are really interested.

Contents: 1 video, 1 slide deck, 1 article