MATH 110 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers

An introduction to the mathematical content knowledge needed by those who plan to teach elementary or middle school mathematics. Included are mathematical reasoning; patterns; numeration systems; numerical computations; estimation strategies; introductory concepts of number theory; properties of whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers; percentage; measurement; geometric concepts; probability and statistics and related work. Exercises are coordinated with classwork to related mathematical concepts of the physical world. Teacher candidates use the language of mathematics to communicate mathematical ideas orally and in writing. Topics from the history of mathematics and from various cultural perspectives are integrated within the course material. Not applicable to minor except for elementary education majors. Prerequisite: MATH 082 or equivalent. Required for students preparing for a Lower and/or Upper Elementary teaching certificate.

Requisites: MATH 082 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).

Credits:4 cr

Session Cycle: Fall, Winter, & Spring/SummerYearly Cycle: Every Year