EDUC 3480 - Teaching Math Effectively

3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.

Participants investigate methods and materials used in elementary school programs. Teacher candidates develop essential mathematical concepts and skills that they will use as elementary classroom teachers. This course includes information on how children develop knowledge about mathematical concepts. Participants will understand and be able to use different strategies to explain the meaning of mathematical concepts. A pre-practicum of 15 hours is required. Required for all Elementary Education Majors.

Prerequisite(s): EDUC 2630 , EDUC 2640 ; Completion of mathematics course requirements for program; Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.