Algebraic Thinking, Probability and Statistics

Catalog description

Careful examination of mathematical ideas behind the mathematics taught in grades K-6, and their history and applications to daily life. Intended primarily for future elementary school teachers to provide them with a better understanding of the underlying concepts of the mathematics they will teach. MA-206 concentrates on the algebraic thinking, probability and statistics. It develops algebraic thinking by extending concepts from Number Systems ( MA-205 ) via problem-solving, proportional relationships, pattern-recognition, generalization and identities. Probability introduces key concepts from discrete mathematics and applies proportional relationships. Statistics involves systematic organization of data. The course will focus on developing educators' conceptual understanding and exploring the mathematics through problem solving, projects, group explorations, and use of manipulatives as practices for mathematics instruction. MA-206 does not count towards the mathematics major or minor requirements.