Mathematics and Technology in Education III

Catalog description

The candidates examine the concepts of probability and statistics integrated with inquiry based strategies of instruction in the childhood and middle childhood classroom. The following methods of summarizing the information of large data sets are introduced: histograms and other graphs, averages, standard deviations, and the normal approximation. The correlation coefficient is introduced as a measure of the strength of association between two quantities. Standard T tests, Chisquare tests, and related confidence intervals are introduced with emphasis on the role of the chance model, and the interpretation of results. The integration of technology, the literacy of mathematics, constructivist and project based teaching and assessment techniques will be guiding principles throughout the course. The candidate will learn research based strategies to address the needs of diverse learners in the context of reflective practice. Ten hours of observation are required. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: EDMA 628