EDC 742 - Mathematics in Elementary Grades

3 Credit(s) This course offers pre-service teachers opportunities to plan and implement productive mathematical experiences so that all children will be able to position themselves as knowers and doers of mathematics. Through analyzing and evaluating current curriculum and materials, and using a variety of assessment techniques, pre-service teachers will gain experiences designing lessons based on national and state standards, that accommodate the various needs of all learners. The course will focus on problem soling approaches that will help children develop deep conceptual understanding and proedural fluency. Three lecture hours per week. Field based assigments are required.
Pre-requisite: EDC 406 Literacy Development II or EDU 725