Math Elementary Teach I

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Prerequisite: Math: Grade of C or better in MTH 098 or MTH 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria.Geometry: (1) grade of C or better in MTH 097; or (2) appropriate score on geometry placement test; or (3) grade of C or better in two semesters of high school geometry. Reading: Grade of C or better in RDG 091 or LTC 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria. ^ The first course of a two-part sequence that meets the requirements for state certification in elementary teaching. Problem-solving and mathematical reasoning are main threads throughout the course. The course content includes: whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, sets, reasoning, numeration systems, number theory, and real numbers. Course pedagogy involves students as active participants in the learning process. The two-course sequence, MTH 110/113, fulfills the Illinois Transferable General Education Core Curriculum requirement only for students seeking state certification as elementary teachers or special education teachers. (1.1) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available