SMART
(School Measurement,Assessment and Reporting Toolkit)
The following teaching strategies can assist children meet 
outcomes in the content areas of:
Number and Algebra
Measurement and Geometry
Statistics and Probability
For syllabus details and specific outcomes click here
Number
Number encompasses the development of number sense and confidence and competence in 
using mental, written and calculator techniques for solving problems. 
Teaching Strategies for this strand include a range of engaging interactive activities for st
ages 
ES1 to 5 to support the development of skills in Number. They link to the progression of 
strategies that form 
The Numeracy Continuum
, strategies such as counting on
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and
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back, 
split and jump are vital for students to gain an understanding of place valu
e and to become 
numerate.
In the primary curriculum, formal written algorithms are introduced after students have 
gained a firm understanding of basic concepts including place value, and have developed 
mental strategies for computing with two
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digit and thr
ee
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digit numbers.
In the secondary curriculum, students will continue to develop knowledge, skills and 
understanding in mental and written computation and numerical reasoning.