ELED 390X Teaching Mathematics in Elementary and Middle School

In this course, students will explore curriculum standards and best teaching practices for effectively teaching mathematics to diverse learners in grades 1-8. Students will explore ways to make mathematics content and practices accessible to all learners including by using concrete manipulatives, technology, and differentiated instruction. Current issues in the field and techniques for remediation and enrichment will also be covered. Students will have the opportunity to prepare lesson plans and assessments for the primary, intermediate, and middle grades and integrated unit plans. Students may have the opportunity to present lessons to students in area schools and will explore the connections between theory and practice. This course is part of the elementary methods block in fall semester. Prerequisites: MATH 277 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers, MATH 278 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II and admission to Teacher Education. Fall.   

Credits

3