Teaching Mathematics in Elementary and Middle Schools

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Credits: 3 Prerequisite: MA 111 , MA 112 (grade of C or above), ED 302 , and admission to Teacher Education Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 410 , ED 412 , ED 434 , and ED 435 A survey of techniques needed in teaching arithmetical concepts and the four fundamental processes of whole numbers, factions, and decimals, as well as elementary percentage, geometry, and measurement. Experiences are provided to insure competence in teaching estimation and problem solving Stress is given to the use of these in meaningful situations for children. Special attention is placed on the Teacher as Decision Maker in applying the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics as developed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Note: Minimum grade of C is required for this course. This course can only be taken twice