The Teacher Education Ministerial Advisory Group (TEMAG) noted the declining engagement and participation of students in maths and science, as well as the lack of confidence that teachers have in these areas. Poor engagement with maths and science in the early years of formal education was identified as a critical link in the chain of students completing school with skills and knowledge in these areas and graduates being qualified to teach maths and science.
This guideline provides further details regarding Program Standard 4.4 and should be considered binding for accreditation panels.