MTH 303

MTH 303. THE TEACHING OF MATHEMATICS IN MIDDLE LEVEL AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS

This course deals with educational perspectives which pertain to the teaching of mathematics at the middle and secondary level (grades 4 through 12). Topics of discussion include recommendations by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) regarding instructional methods, assessment techniques, and curricular issues. 40 hours practicum.


Course Objectives


  • to describe the processes involved in teaching mathematics (planning and preparation, classroom management, assessment, and the establishment of a positive learning environment
  • to link appropriate learning theories to the teaching of mathematics
  • to identify and apply ancillary resources as instructional aides (in particular, information and communications technology - ICT)
  • to demonstrate mastery of content in the scope and sequence of middle school and secondary school mathematics
  • to explain the structure of state and national mathematics standards
  • to present lessons, labs and activities as practice teaching exercises (OPO) and perform local classroom visitations (30 hours practicum)

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