MATH 407 - Problem Solving for Teachers

Institution:

California State University-San Marcos

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Description:

Designed to reinforce mathematical concepts for those teaching in middle school. Problem strategies and approaches, in the context of problems from various fields in mathematics. Four step method; noticing patterns; reformulating the problem; decomposing and recombining; examine related problems; logic, valid arguments, and proof techniques; induction. Historical/cultural perspectives. Credit may not be counted toward the mathematics major. Enrollment Requirement: MATH 210 and 212 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csusm.edu

Phone Number:

(760) 750-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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