Introduction to Secondary Mathematics Teaching Methods
Revised: September 2020
Course Description
An examination of secondary mathematics curriculum and methods, strategies, and techniques
of using technology to support mathematics teaching and learning.
Prerequisite: Admission to Professional Education Sequence AND Junior standing or
permission of the instructor.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of MATH 414, students will be able to:
- demonstrate appropriate mathematical knowledge through problem solving, communication
of mathematical ideas, and various forms of mathematical reasoning.
- identify mathematical connections among various topics and apply content, processes,
and reasoning to real world situations.
- identify mathematics curricular goals and plan instruction to meet these goals.
- identify appropriate uses of technology, plan instruction that uses technology to
enhance teaching and learning, and use technology to assess learning.
Text
Focus in High School Mathematics – Reasoning and Sense Making, a publication by the National Council of Teacher of Mathematics. ISBN # 978-0-87353-631-8.
Required Technology
A TI 83/84 graphing calculator is required in MATH 414 along with a personal laptop
to be used for in-class activities.
Grading Procedure
Grading procedures and factors influencing course grade are left to the discretion
of individual instructors, subject to general university policy.
Attendance Policy
Attendance policy is left to the discretion of individual instructors, subject to
general university policy.
Course Outline
Students are expected to complete the following activities for this course:
- Review of a mathematical discovery or exploration-oriented piece of software
- Review of a mathematical discovery or exploration online manipulative
- Review of journal articles related to designated topics within mathematics education
- Design formal lesson plans and share with students or peers
- Engage in approved professional activities