MED 6000 - Math Concepts for Teachers

Institution:

Wilmington University

Subject:

Education

Description:

This course is designed to build a strong conceptual understanding of basic mathematics concepts. A basic premise of the course is that mathematics is more than the memorization of rules and procedures. The course will help teachers develop a clear understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts and learn how to teach mathematics in a student-centered, participatory learning environment. Singapore Mathematics techniques will be integrated into the course. The course will be presented in a workshop format and will feature high levels of student involvement. The course will focus on the following: Place Value and Models of Arithmetic, Mental Math and Word Problems, Algorithms, and Fractions.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wilmu.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 967-5464

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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