This course was waived in lieu of INST - 951 Math Instruction with Technology: A course that identifies the mathematical content of the K-12 school curriculum as defined by the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework. Students learn how to use technology to enhance the teaching of mathematics. The Internet is utilized to conduct research for mathematical knowledge and technological pedagogical applications.
Number, Operations, and Representation
An investigative approach to the study of the concepts underlying the mathematics taught in grades K-6 and the connections to algebra, science, engineering, and technology. As students explore relationships between number, operations, and representations in several contexts, they develop an understanding of the structure and coherence of mathematics and an understanding of ways that mathematics can be used to describe real-world concepts and to solve problems. Collaboration between students is an important component of the course as is the development of a positive disposition towards mathematics. The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice and Standards for Mathematical Content will be used to help students relate the concepts learned in the course to their classroom practice.