20250730 MAV25 synopsis - Flipbook - Page 79
Remember:
Delegates do need to have Python installed on their
computer or it can be installed from the Python.org website or
use a web-based version. Delegates should bring their laptop
and/or TI-nspire CX II which has Python built in. Python is
not available on the Casio ClassPad FX-CP400.
C19 ACTIVITIES TO UNDERSTAND THE
MATHEMATICS BEHIND THE ALGORITHMS
OF AI
This is a commercial presentation
Subtheme: Pedagogy and curriculum
Georgia Gouros, The Centre for Higher Education
Studies
(Year 9 to Year 12)
The session is intended to give teachers some ideas for
teaching mathematics that:
•
Develop deeper student understanding of mathematics
and its real life applications by exploring its use in AI
digital technology.
•
Inspire students to appreciate the value of mathematics
as an essential skill in automated decision making.
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•
Cover elements of VTLM 2.0 relevant to understanding
AI.
Develop ethical thinking in students around the issues
surrounding automated decision making that can impact
humans and society.
C20 BRINGING VCE MATHS TO LIFE: HANDSON, CROSS-CURRICULAR LEARNING IN
ACTION
Subtheme: Innovation and inspiration
Jiahong Gong, Greater Shepparton Secondary College
(Year 9 to Year 12)
Motivating high-potential students to pursue senior
mathematics can be challenging, particularly when balancing
the need to close gaps in foundational knowledge while
also extending advanced learners. An effective approach
is to spark curiosity through real-world applications, career
connections, and opportunities to think mathematically in
systematic and creative ways.
In this session, delegates will actively work through two
adaptable Specialist Mathematics projects. The first is a
trigonometry based task — surveying and designing a bridge
— which can be readily applied at Years 9–10. The second
is a hands-on logic and proofs investigation using LittleBits.
Delegates will experience these tasks as learners, consider
the mathematical proficiencies they promote, and reflect on
how they might adapt the activities to suit their own school
contexts.
Key takeaways:
1. A shared STEM project on trigonometry, adaptable for
Years 9 to 11.
2. A collaborative investigation project for Year 11 Specialist
Mathematics.
3. Strategies for strengthening connections across year levels
and among areas of study in senior mathematics.
Key takeaways:
Remember:
1. Covers elements of VTLM 2.0 relevant to real world
problem - understanding algorithms of AI
It would be great if you could bring your laptop along to try
out the activities.
2. Provides activities to build student understanding of
algorithms, statistics and probability through the study of
algorithms used in AI
3. Provides activities for students to explore issues around the
application of AI in everyday life
THE MATHEMATICAL
ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA
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