2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog/Handbook 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog/Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDUC 0302 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics, Early Childhood PreK-2


Credits: 2

This course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers to teach mathematics effectively to diverse learners at different levels of readiness in elementary classrooms grades PreK-2.  The course will develop teacher candidates’ ability to facilitate early childhood students’ understanding and application of mathematical concepts in engaging and meaningful ways.  Throughout the course candidates will read and discuss case studies written by practicing early childhood teachers and analyze video of authentic elementary school mathematics instruction.  Emphasis will be placed on National Council of Teachers of Mathematics supported pedagogy and assessment and on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for Mathematics grades Prek-2.  Participants will design a lesson plan that includes measurable outcomes.

Prerequisites: MATH 0153   and MATH 0250  
Pre/co-requisite: EDUC 0319  
(formerly MATH 0354)