EDU 3314 - Teaching Elementary School Mathematics

Credits: 4
A focus on pedagogical issues in elementary and middle grade mathematics education. This includes an analysis of principles for mathematics teaching and learning. Important course topics include content and pedagogy related to number and operation, algebra, geometry, measurement, and data analysis and probability. The course also focuses on problem-based learning and the use of technology in instruction. A 2.5-hour, twice a week practicum for the semester in an elementary Professional Development School (PDS) is the field experience for this course. This course is completed concurrently with Education 3312.
Prerequisites Formal admission to education minor; Praxis I; Education 1111 or 1141, and 2015; Mathematics 1106, 2242, and 3342; junior status.
Co-requisite EDU 3312 Teaching Science & Social Studies in the Elementary School, EDU 3114 Field Practicum/EDU 3112 Field Practicum