Modeling With Mathematics.

Catalog description

Semester course; 3 lecture hours. 3 credits. Prerequisites: MATH 662 , MATH 663 and MATH 665 , or permission of the instructor. An in-depth study of mathematical modeling for K-8 mathematics, including an examination of the history and development of modeling real-world situations, different types of and purposes for mathematical models, modeling for various STEM contexts, designing modeling tasks, teaching and assessing with mathematical modeling. A core course for preparation as a K-8 mathematics specialist. Not applicable to M.S. in Mathematical Sciences.