Towards Excellence in Teaching Mathematics

The Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers Ltd. (AAMT) is committed to promoting and supporting excellence in mathematics teaching for all learners.

This document replaces the 2006 Standards for Excellence in Teaching Mathematics in Australian Schools. It builds on the profession-led foundation while reflecting contemporary research, curriculum developments, and the changing contexts of Australian classrooms.

Towards Excellence in Teaching Mathematics sets out a shared professional vision of what excellent mathematics teaching looks like in Australian schools. It describes the knowledge, judgement, practices and professional commitments that characterise high-quality mathematics teaching. It is grounded in research, informed by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers, and aligned with AAMT's position on pedagogy in mathematics.

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MANSW works closely with the mathematics associations across each state and territory and with the national body, AAMT to promote excellence in mathematics education. AAMT have released a white paper ‘Pedagogy in Mathematics’ that outlines the key elements of effective mathematics teaching: Position Paper

The paper also provides practical guidance in the form of a framework for action to help school leaders, decision makers and teachers implement the recommendations. 

‘Pedagogy in Mathematics’ advocates for a flexible approach, as differences in how students learn and engage with mathematics mean no single approach can meet all learners’ needs. Teachers should draw upon a rich collection of research-informed and high-quality strategies and be empowered to make informed professional judgements, selecting practices intentionally, tailored to specific contexts, learners and purposes. School leaders have an instrumental role in fostering cultures that equip and support teachers to make thoughtful and informed pedagogical choices in their mathematics teaching and learning.

The full paper can be accessed using this link: https://go.aamt.edu.au/2025Pedagogy and you can learn more through AAMT’s social media channels at https://www.facebook.com/aamtinc/, https://www.linkedin.com/company/71288696 or https://x.com/aamtinc