EDU 3314 - Teaching Elementary School Mathematics

Credits: 4.0
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.
Prerequisites Formal admission to education minor; Praxis I; EDU 1141;EDU 2015; MAT 1106, 2242, and 3342; Junior status.
Co-requisite EDU 3114