Foundations of Numbers and Operations

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This course will emphasize the understanding and use of the major concepts of numbers and operations. Additional topics may include geometry, data analysis and probability, problem solving, logic, statistics and measurement. As a general theme, strategies of problem solving will be used and discussed in the context of various topics. Upon completion of this course, elementary education students will be able to: (1) Solve problems using multiple strategies, manipulative and technological tools; interpret solutions; and determine the reasonableness of answers and efficiency of methods (IEE 2, IEE 3); (2) Communicate using precise mathematical terminology (IEE 1); (3) Construct and justify arguments as well as interpret solutions; and determine reasonableness of answers and efficiency of methods; (4) Understand numbers, ways of representing numbers, relationships among numbers and number systems; (5) Understand meanings of operations and how they relate to one another.