Geometry for Middle and High School Teachers

Catalog description

This course explores the fundamental ideas of measurement and geometry concepts in school mathematics. Content includes the analysis and classification of two- and three-dimensional geometric figures, the exploration and application of geometric transformations, tessellations, symmetry, congruence, and similarity as well as non-Euclidean geometry. This content is taught through a lens of mathematical argumentation, modeling, reasoning, and proof. Prerequisite: grade of "C" or better in MTH 216 or declared math education major. Offered Spring.