Teaching Mathematics: Foundations, Processes and Understanding

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce teachers who will work with children in pre-K to grade 2, and/or grades 1-6, with the knowledge of how to teach mathematics. Students will learn how to create a classroom that incorporates mathematics, within the likes of a classroom, beginning with setting up the classroom to promote and motivate students to engage in mathematical thinking. Students will learn how to develop and implement instruction using multiple mathematical tools and strategies for children with learning challenges and disabilities. Classes will be devoted to teaching specific mathematical concepts that align to state standards. Students will also learn how to create lessons and problems to meet their fieldwork and student teaching assignments.