Shape, Space, and Culture

Catalog description

Shape, Space, and Culture (2) In this course, practitioners explore the real world of geometry by examining how young children experience shape and space. They are immersed in exploration of the standards for geometry in grades K through 6 and geometry tasks which reflect the cultures of students and urban neighborhoods and landscapes. Participants acquire knowledge about the theoretical model of geometric understanding (van Hiele) and use this to adapt, create, and implement authentic math tasks and lessons aligned to standards. Emphasis is placed on identifying community assets and resources and leveraging those assets to plan geometry instruction that is real-world, authentic, and meaningful for elementary learners. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: Teaching (MAT) [City Teaching Alliance].