ED 304 - Mathematical Methods II

3 Credit(s)

Participants in ED 304 focus on how to effectively teach mathematics in grades one through four. Topics studied are the changing mathematics curriculum, how children learn mathematics, teaching strategies, techniques, learning activities related to specific mathematical topics, use of technology, and assessment of mathematics learning. The Early Childhood Mathematics: Promoting Good Beginnings, a joint position statement of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), and NCTM’s Curriculum Focal Points provide a central focus for this course. The Pennsylvania Department of Education competencies covered in this course include those listed for number and operation, algebra, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability, and number theory. As part of this course, students participate in field experiences that enable them to relate the course content to teaching. This course includes Stage 3 Fieldwork.
Requisite(s): ED 303

Formerly: ED 1304