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RESEARCH PAPER
A Framework for Content Sequencing from Junior to Senior Mathematics Curriculum
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College of Arts, Society and Education, James Cook University, AUSTRALIA
Publication date: 2022-03-27
EURASIA J. Math., Sci Tech. Ed 2022;18(4):em2100
KEYWORDS
collaborative planningmathematics content sequencingfunctions and graphssecondary school mathematicscontent break downconcepts
ABSTRACT
This paper argues for effective sequencing of mathematics content to aid transition from junior
(Year 7 to Year 10) to senior mathematics (Year 11 to Year 12) curriculum in Queensland, Australia
and provides a tool for sequencing the mathematics content. Planning templates and samples are
available to schools; however, it is imperative for teachers to understand the processes that
underpin planning. This paper provides a step-by-step systematic sequencing of mathematics
concepts. The premise is that depending on the level of assumed prior knowledge and skills
students recall and apply, teachers can start teaching from any level. The study draws from
constructivism to develop a planning tool that can be adapted to all mathematics subjects and
levels, help identify conceptual relationships and skills from lower to upper levels and provide
students with the opportunity to build their mathematical knowledge.
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