Teaching of Mathematics in the Secondary Schools I

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Covers theories of learning mathematics, national and state standards, and educational issues related to teaching and learning mathematics. Mathematical content and curricula for secondary school students will be explored and analyzed. Lesson and long-range planning and the classroom environment are included. Requires acceptance into Professional Semester, completion of appropriate Praxis exams, and junior standing. Course open to the following majors: Mathematics, Secondary Education Certification; or, Middle Level Education, Math Concentration; or, Middle Level Education, dual concentration with Math. Students will participate in pre-student teaching clinical experiences. Graduate Credit: This course is not available for graduate credit.