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(ELED 451) Math Methods II

Students build on the foundation learned in Part 1, examining elementary mathematics from a theoretical and practical background, focusing on the upper elementary learner, Third through Sixth Grade. Emphasis will be placed on applying research-based strategies, using manipulatives to establish a solid math foundation for the upper elementary grades.

Credit Hours 3.0 Lecture
Prerequisites EDU 312, ELED 347
Corequisite ELED 491 (if completing Teacher Licensing Minor)
Offered Fall, winter
Programs Elementary Education (BS), Education Minor

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the difference between conceptual and procedural math skills and show how each is used in the CCSS and the NCTM standards.
  2. Effectively prepare, deliver, and analyze a developmentally appropriate math lesson plan.
  3. Describe and apply the importance and benefits for K-6 students of the eight mathematical practices from CCSS.
  4. Describe multiple effective pedagogical methods for teaching the mathematical content required in grades 3-6 in the CCSS.
  5. Create a standards-based unit for the math curriculum with appropriate methods of instruction and assessment.