MA 227 - Teaching Fractions and Decimals

Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours: 4

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 226 (C or Higher)

English Prerequisites: None

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: This course is the second in a 2-course sequence for prospective elementary teachers. Content will include in-depth explorations into the areas of fractions, decimals, and proportional reasoning. The pedagogical portion of the class focuses on development of Grade PK-6 children’s understanding, thinking processes, strategies, and problem-solving skills through peer review and studying student work. Clinical experience will include working with a local preschool or elementary school and/or studying student work, observing student-teacher interactions, and peer review.

Course Fee: $19.00

Department Consent: No Department Consent Required

General Education Distribution Category Met: None