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May 02, 2024
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2011-2012 Undergraduate Bulletin [Archived Bulletin]
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EDU 5510 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School (K-6)
Goals: To learn the philosophy, content, and pedagogy of elementary and middle level mathematics. To understand an appropriate scope and sequence of knowledge and skills for each level. To employ a standards-based, problem-solving approach to teaching and learning in elementary and middle level mathematics.
Content: The historical development of mathematics within elementary and middle level curriculum. A standard scope and sequence of content based on the development of an operating definition of math for elementary and middle schools that includes the latest NCTM standards. Integrating curriculum, child-centered and holistic teaching strategies, assessment tools and models, appropriate technology in teaching and learning elementary and middle level mathematics.
Taught: Fall term.
Prerequisites: EDU 3150, EDU 3250, EDU 5690, MATH 1130, and admission to teacher education.
Credits: 4 credits
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