SPED 3400 - Teaching Math for Diverse Learners

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

This course explores the developmental progressions of how children learn math, the critical issues in math education, and the mathematical content and pedagogy needed to teach a wide range of learners. Explaining and justifying mathematical thinking is explored with particular attention given to the standards of mathematical practice, state curriculum frameworks, and national standards. Using concrete materials and models, candidates will learn to build conceptual understanding, develop procedural proficiency, teach reasoning strategies, and design assessments to measure student learning. Emphasis is placed on differentiating instruction and accommodating and supporting students with disabilities, English Learners, students who are struggling, and students who are advanced. Required for all Special Education and Early Childhood Education Initial Licensure majors.

Prerequisite(s): EDUC 2630 , EDUC 2640 ; Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.