Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Principles of Mathematics Instruction. Corequisite: EDCI 6600. Students examine instructional procedures, teaching strategies, technology, and evaluation procedures for middle and secondary school mathematics.
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Integration of Technology in Mathematics Instruction. Students examine the role of technologies in the teaching and learning of mathematics, with a particular focus on classrooms within urban environments. Course includes hands-on experience with graphing calculators, computer software tools, Internet resources, and instructional materials for integrating technology in mathematics instruction.
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Mathematics Concepts for Special Learners. Students explore the full range of materials and strategies for developing mathematical competence in special learners. The course emphasizes diagnosis, remediation, concept learning, and mathematical problem solving taught in a concrete, student-centered manner.
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Mathematics Concepts for Middle Childhood Education I. Develops selected topics in middle school mathematics including number systems, number theory, number and number relations, computation and estimation, algebra concepts, patterns, and functions. The course emphasizes problem solving, communicating, reasoning, connecting mathematical ideas, and using technology.
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Theory and Pedagogy of Mathematics Instruction. Students examine classroom practices in mathematics through implementation of reflective practice and action research. A review of the listerature includes an examination and articulation of theoretical frameworks for mathematics teaching and learning as they relate to classroom practice. Research focuses on equity, teaching, learning, curriculum, assessment, and technology issues in a standard-based classroom.
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
The Study of Learning and Instruction in Mathematics. Students examine psychological bases for the study of teaching and learning of mathematics. Findings of research in mathematics education related to the learning of selected topics in the school curriculum are explored. Research methods, theoretical constructs, and research perspectives in mathematics education are investigated. (repeatable)
Credit Hour(s): 1.0 TO 3.0
Topics in the School Mathematics Curriculum. Students explore the content and pedagogy related to selected topics in the school mathematics curriculum. May be repeated for credit when topics change. (Repeatable).
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Sociocultural and Sociohistorical Issues of Mathematics Education. Students explore cultural, economic, political, and social structures and discourses as they relate to mathematics, mathematics teaching and learning, and research in mathematics. Course includes an examination of how research in mathematics and mathematics education is framed and enacted within different theoretical frameworks. (repeatable)
Credit Hour(s): 3.0
Trends and Issues of Teaching Mathematics. Students examine current problems, trends, and curriculum issues related to teaching mathematics in middle and secondary schools. (repeatable)
Credit Hour(s): 1.0 TO 3.0
Advanced Research Seminar in Mathematics Education. Prerequisites: EDCI 9900 or consent of the instructor. This seminar is designed for advanced doctoral students in mathematics education. Students explore research methodology, research findings, and design of experiments in mathematics education. Seminar may extend beyond one term. (Repeatable).