EDUC 7640 - Mathematics: Curriculum, Assessment, Planning, and Teaching

4 credits

Candidates will develop a deeper knowledge of the Massachusetts Mathematics Curriculum Frameworks math content. Content will be taught using best practices of instructional methodologies for teaching early childhood and elementary mathematics. Shifting of instructional practices to teach Common Core standards will be emphasized as candidates examine, create and model grade level learning activities. Candidates will learn to use data of student learning during specific lessons focused on precise objectives to evaluate their own teaching effectiveness to improve student learning. Teacher candidates will be observed by one of the course instructors within a PK-8 setting and receive targeted feedback to enhance their teaching abilities. Candidates must pass this gateway to continue on within the program.