Mathematics PK-5: Child and Curriculum Integration

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This course focuses on methods of teaching mathematics that include play, small-group projects, open-ended questioning, group discussion, problem-solving, cooperative learning, and inquiry experiences toward engaging with young children in advancing their intellectual curiosity and capabilities. Teacher candidates will be provided the opportunity to work with children of diverse ages, with diverse abilities, and culturally and/or linguistically diverse family systems. Instruction will focus on developing strategies to encourage children’s physical, social, emotional, aesthetic, and cognitive development with respect to learning mathematics. This course will challenge students to think critically, engage with other learners, and reflect and act upon issues related to mathematics education. Field experience in PK-5 classrooms is integral to meeting course objectives. Prerequisites: Completion of Block One, MTH 115 , MTH 116 , TCE 181 or TCE 182 with a grade of C or higher in each course. Co-requisites: TCE 474P , EDP 495E , TCE 346P, TCE 317P .