COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: MATH 4430 Methods of Teaching Secondary Mathematics

CREDIT HOURS: 3

CATALOG DESCRIPTION: An exploration of topics relevant to the secondary mathematics curriculum using materials, technology, and teaching methods that model current best practices. Teaching and learning strategies will be examined in the context of national, state, and local curriculum standards. A field experience of 45 clock hours is a required component.

PREREQUISITE(S): Admission to Teacher Education, MATH 4211, and permission of the instructor.

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COURSE OUTLINE:

  • Mathematics - What is it?, What does it mean to teach it?, What does it mean to learn it?
  • The secondary mathematics curriculum - State and national standards, Topics from the secondary mathematics curriculum will be explored using research-based teaching strategies and technology. The topics will be selected from the following areas: Number, variable, and operation, Functions, Data analysis, Modeling, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus
  • Teaching mathematics - Planning, Assessment, Classroom management