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Description: MCCCD Approval: 5-22-2012 |
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EDU293
2012 Fall – 9999 |
LEC
3.0 Credit(s) 3.0
Period(s) 3.0 Load Acad |
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Mathematics
Methods and Curriculum Development |
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Overview and practical application of teaching mathematics
in K-8 grades. Development of lesson plans and assessment instruments
emphasized. Current trends, Professional Teaching Standards and National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards also covered. Includes current
research findings related to the application and learning of elementary
mathematics content. Approved school-based practicum required. Prerequisites: Baccalaureate Degree and
formal admission to a state approved post-baccalaureate teacher preparation
program. |
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MCCCD
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EDU293 2012 Fall
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Mathematics Methods and Curriculum Development |
1. Identify current
Professional Teaching Standards. (I)
2. Identify National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards. (I)
3. Summarize the
factors involved in developing national and state mathematics standards. (I)
4. Develop a task
analysis of mathematical concepts taught in K- 8 grade levels. (II)
5. Summarize
characteristics of learners. (III)
6. Use various
classroom management techniques. (IV)
7. Assess various
teaching resources to teach math. (V)
8. Analyze the use of
technology to teach mathematics. (VI)
9. Critique and analyze
current research findings in mathematics education. (VII)
10. Develop math curriculum. (VII)
11. Demonstrate the ability to write
lesson objectives. (VII)
12. Summarize various teaching
strategies. (VIII)
13. Analyze the use of manipulatives in teaching mathematics. (IX)
14. Summarize assessment standards.
(X)
15. Evaluate various assessment
options. (X)
16. Develop assessment instruments
for math. (X)
17. Prepare a lesson plan. (XI)
18. Teach a math lesson. (XI)
19. Participate as a volunteer
teacher aide. (XII)
20. Summarize the practicum
experience. (XII)
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MCCCD
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EDU293 2012 Fall
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Mathematics Methods and Curriculum Development |
I. Standards
A. Professional
Teaching Standards
B. National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards
C. Influences
D. Impact
on Schools
II. Task
Analysis
A. Purpose
B. Process
III. Characteristics
of Learners
A. Learning
Styles
B. Students'
Past Experiences
C. Students'
Background
D. Prior
Knowledge
E. Cultural
Differences
IV. Classroom
Management Techniques
A. Styles
B. Techniques
C. Positive
Learning Environment
D. Culturally
Responsive
V. Teaching
Resources
A. Textbooks
B. Internet/Computers
C. Professional
Literature
D. Other
VI. Technology
A. Computers
B. Software
C. Internet
D. Calculators
E. Media
F. Other
VII. Math Curriculum
A. Research
B. Development
C. Objectives
D. Resources
E. Standards
F. Current
Trends
VIII. Teaching Strategies
A. Match
to Subject Matter
B. Concepts
and Generalizations
C. Inquiry
Process
D. Math
Skills
E. Students
Developmental Levels
F. Diverse
Needs
G. Asking
Questions
H. Encouraging
Critical Thinking
IX. Manipulatives
A. Purpose
B. Tools
1. Cuisenaire
Rods
2. Pattern
Blocks
3. Base-Ten
Blocks
4. Tanagrams
5. Geoboards
6. Pentominoes
X. Assessments
A. Purpose
B. Standards
C. Options
XI. Lesson Plan
A. Preparation
B. Objectives
C. Teaching
Procedures
D. Learning
Activities
E. Material
F. Assessments
G. Remedial
Activities
H. Enrichment
Activities
XII. Practicum
Experience
A. Classroom
Observation
B. Classroom
Participation
C. Reflection