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First Nations Peoples’ mathematical thinking in the Australian Curriculum

First Nations Peoples’ mathematical thinking in the Australian Curriculum

Update: 2025-07-29
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In this episode of MathsTalk, Leanne McMahon speaks with Dr Hong Xu, author of the Indigenous content for the upcoming AMSI textbook series, and Professor Rowena Ball, leader of the 'Mathematics Without Borders' initiative. Together, they discuss how and why Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander insights into maths are being incorporated into the Australian Mathematics Curriculum, what that looks like in practice, and how teachers can confidently bring this content into their classrooms.


MathsTalk is proudly sponsored by Texas Instruments Australia. https://education.ti.com/en-au


 


RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


- Xu, H., & Ball, R. (2024). Indigenous Mathematics: From Mainstream Misconceptions to Educational Enrichment. Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education24(2), 160-175. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42330-024-00321-5


- Mathematics Without Borders: https://www.anu.edu.au/research/research-initiatives/mathematics-without-borders


- AMSI Textbook Series: https://schools.amsi.org.au


Texas Instruments teacher professional learning: https://education.ti.com/en-au/professional-development/upcoming-pd


Texas Instruments website: https://education.ti.com/en-au/ 


- Australian Curriculum Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Histories & Cultures: https://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au/curriculum-information/understand-this-cross-curriculum-priority/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-histories-and-cultures 

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First Nations Peoples’ mathematical thinking in the Australian Curriculum

First Nations Peoples’ mathematical thinking in the Australian Curriculum

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