Methods: K-8 Mathematics. 2-

Catalog description

This course is a "hands-on" course that includes the study of the nature of mathematics instruction and theory, its implications for teaching elementary mathematics, and information on resources/materials for the classroom. Teacher education candidates will prepare and present lesson plans that take into consideration the development of mathematical abilities and attitudes following NCTM standards. A variety of formal and informal assessment techniques appropriate in assessing mathematical attitudes/ability will be discussed. Prerequisites: Level I Admission to Teacher Education, MATH general education requirements, EDUC 380 and EDU 383. Graduate credit requirements are described in the course syllabus. If this class is taken at the 500 level, it is a graduate course and expectations for student performance are at an advanced level. Evaluation of course requirements is more rigorous than at the lower division section of this course.