MATH 323 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary and Middle School

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FA, SP. A discussion of the methods, pedagogy, and strategies for teaching mathematics in the elementary/middle school. Curricular issues, including the discussion of various materials and the use of technology, will be tied to criteria for evaluation of such. Topics of assessment, state and national standards, and lesson development will be examined. The relationship of mathematics teaching and a Christian worldview will be discussed. This course is normally taken during the first internship. Prerequisites: MATH 221 (or any other 200-level mathematics course), MATH 222, EDUC 302.