MA 301 Teaching Math Content & Methds Mdl Grade

Teaching Mathematics Content and Methods for Middle Grades This course is intended to build deep conceptual understanding of mathematics as well as the understanding and implementation of teaching methods for 5th - 8th grade mathematics. Specific topics include the teaching and learning of algebraic reasoning, proportional relationships, and functions. There is a particular focus on current middle grades mathematics curriculum and children's mathematical thinking at the middle grades level (5th through 8th grade). This course is intended for either elementary education majors or secondary mathematics education majors.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Take MA 201.

Corequisite

Take MA 202, or permission of the instructor.

Offered

Annual Spring Semester