Teaching Math in Elementary School

Catalog description

One course in the unified block in the teaching of mathematics and science. Investigates general content and teaching strategies for each strand of the elementary mathematics program. Problem solving and mental computation will be integrated and the development and use of manipulatives will be stressed. Current curriculum trends and the role of will be explored. Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education and a grade of “C” or better in both MA 112 or MA 116 and MA 228 ; Concurrent enrollment in ED 315 and ED 317 .