Foundations of Elementary Mathematics Pedagogy

Undergraduate

This course provides teacher candidates with an in-depth preparation in the content, concepts, and principles of elementary mathematics education for students in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6. Teacher candidates will focus on developing a growth mindset and integrating conceptual and procedural knowledge in the teaching of mathematics. They will discuss the nature and the goals of teaching mathematics. They will explore the different developmental stages involved in learning mathematics. They will understand what mathematical proficiency entails and examine innovative assessment approaches. They will familiarize themselves with the elementary mathematics curriculum expectations and explore course and unit planning. They will develop rich mathematical tasks and understand their benefits. They will consider how to differentiate for diverse learners and facilitate the teaching and learning of mathematics equitably. Problem-solving approaches and the usefulness and power of mathematics in everyday life will be emphasized in the course. Manipulatives, investigations, discussions, and modern technological tools will be used in the course. (3.0 Credit weight)