EDUC370

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METHODS OF TEACHING ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS

Education (EDUC)Arts, Humanities and Education

Course Description

This course is designed for students who plan on teaching at the elementary school level. Emphasis will be placed on the development of research based instructional strategies for mathematics with a focus on the learner. Preparation, planning, classroom environment,
instruction and professional responsibilities will be addressed. Some of the key components of the course are: i.) Cognitively guided mathematics instruction; ii.) Assessment of, and remediation for, difficulties in mathematics; iii.) The use of mathematical practices in instruction; iv.) The integration of literacy skills in mathematics. Course fee required.

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Arts, Humanities and Education