EDU 561 - Middle/Secondary Mathematics Education

Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Baccalaureate degree and holds a teaching position
Term: Varies

This course includes methodological, curricular and professional issues in mathematics education, grades 6-12. Focus includes the following topics: Teaching and preparing for proficiency based education, response to Intervention structures and pedagogies; high school and middle school math content; use of materials; problem solving; use of technology; State Standards; professional development and leadership. Particular attention is given to the use of instructional technology, and the application of how-we-learn brain research in the mathematics classroom.