MTE 180 - Theory of Elementary Mathematics
Fall 2009
- Prerequisites and Placement: Students MUST have completed one of the following courses: MAT 117, MAT 119, MAT 142, MAT 170, MAT 210, MAT 270, or MAT 271.
- Purpose: MTE 180 emphasizes the study of numeration systems and the underlying concepts of arithmetic. An emphasis is placed on cooperative activities in which students discover the basic concepts through guided use of manipulatives. MTE 180 is intended for prospective elementary school teachers and some special education teachers.
- Suggested Syllabus: Syllabus is just a suggested syllabus. Your instructor may use a different syllabus. Check with your instructor.
- Testing Center: The Mathematics Testing Center is located in PSA-21 (basement). For exams given there you will need your ASU SunCard to be admitted. The hours are M-Th 8 am to 8 pm (last test handed out at 6:30) and Fridays from 8 am to 5 pm (last test handed out at 3:30 pm). You can find more information at Testing Center Information.
- Tutor Center: The Math Tutor Center is located In PSA-116. You can get help with MAT 113, 117, 119, 142, 170, 210, 211, 251, and MTE 180 and 181. This is free, quality tutoring to all ASU students registered in those math classes. However, you must bring your SunCard . There is more information at Tutor Center Information .
- Calculator: There is no official or preferred calculator for the course, but you are required to have a graphing calculator. If you need to buy one, you may consult with the instructor. This link gives some help with graphing calculators: Calculator Help
- Course Schedule: You can search for MTE 180 sections at classsearch.
- Course Links and Objectives
- Course Coordinator: Currently the MTE 180 course coordinator is Darcy Schroeder
