Dec 11, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CI 3230 - Investigating Mathematics and Learning (3) [WID]


When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course prepares prospective teachers to construct a comprehensive understanding of effective mathematics instruction in grades K-6 with selected instructional activities designed for implementation during field placement experiences. The course includes content, methods, and materials of elementary school mathematics instruction. Topics include the content strand number and operations and process strands connections, communication, problem solving, reasoning and proof, and representation. The course emphasizes instructional design principles for teaching number and operation. Effective communication of mathematical ideas is a focal point of the course.
NOTE: A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) must be earned by Elementary Education majors for the course. Non-majors require special permission.
Prerequisites: MAT 3000  and RC 2001  or its equivalent. Admission to Teacher Education.
(Same as MAT 3230 .)