Education (EDUC) - Mathematics Education (Primary/Junior)

EDUC 4274  Mathematics Education (Primary/Junior)

Hours:

36

Credits:

1.5

Description:

A rationale for curriculum design particular to mathematics; curriculum guidelines established by the Ministry of Education and Training for the Primary and Junior Divisions; and planning appropriate curriculum units. A study of the aims, scope, sequence and structure of the curriculum in mathematics at the Primary and Junior Divisions. Mathematics - the underlying structures and unifying principles of mathematics; the development of basic mathematical concepts in students in the Primary and Junior Divisions and an investigation of current approaches which link mathematical understanding to development in youth.