Mathematics for Early/Middle Years Teachers I

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture | 1.25 hrs Lab) This course is for prospective elementary or middle years teachers who wish to gain a thorough understanding of the mathematics underpinning many of the topics taught in the K-8 curriculum. Topics include discrete math (logic and deductive reasoning, proof techniques, sets), properties of number systems (natural numbers, rational numbers, irrational numbers, real numbers), number theory (algorithms, numeration systems, Euclidean algorithm, prime factorization, modular arithmetic, divisibility, greatest common factors and least common multiples), ratios and proportional reasoning and the role of algebra and functions in problem solving. Restrictions: This course may not be used towards the major or minor requirement for a degree in Mathematics. Only students registered in the Faculty of Education program may register in this course. Requisite Courses: At least one of Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S or MATH-0042 or the former MATH-0040 or a grade of 65% or higher in Applied Mathematics 40S or a grade of C+ or higher in MATH-0041 or a grade of C+ or higher in MATH-0031 [prerequisite(s)]; MATH-2903L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).