EDC478E

Course Description

This course is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge about mathematics curriculum in the elementary, middle, and high school. The course helps students to learn more about the main principles of mathematics and methods of teaching the subject, goals of teaching mathematics, and prepare daily and semester teaching plans. Also, emphasis is upon the modern methods of teaching mathematics such as: problem solving and following the mathematical thinking, and incorporating technology in the classroom. After completing the course students will be able to write good instructional goals for each lesson, select the proper mathematics activities and problems to facilitate good understanding for the subject. Students will be able to design student-centered lessons that emphasize 21st century skills of communication, collaboration and critical and creative thinking.

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