Methods in Math Development in Early Childhood

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In this course, Relay students will delve into the world of mathematics. They’ll begin with a deep dive into mindsets around mathematics and learner variability, exploring their own math-related thoughts, feelings, and performance as well as their students’. Relay students will build understanding of math-based disabilities. They will learn about developmental progressions in math and ways to support mathematical development using a concrete-to-abstract continuum. Relay students will discuss aspects of mathematical rigor (i.e., conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application) and learn how to use various math assessment tools to evaluate students’ skills. They will plan specially designed instruction in math in ways that support the development of conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application and are aligned to a student’s specific strengths and areas in need of support. .