MATHEMATICS FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER I

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A study of topics in early childhood through early adolescence mathematics, including sets, fundamental operations of arithmetic, fundamental algorithms, and structural properties of arithmetic. The focus is on increasing conceptual understanding of mathematics, highlighting connections, and developing the ability to communicate mathematical knowledge. Problem-solving methods used by children will also be explored. Manipulatives, cooperative learning activities, and problem solving emphasized. (NSW, NSW-Q) PREREQ: GRADE OF C OR BETTER IN MATH 139 OR MATH 141 OR MATH 142