Examines different concepts of the real number system and its properties to develop number sense and qualitative reasoning abilities. It is a study of (1) patterns to solve problems, (2) number systems, (3) mental and concrete models for basic calculations (4) interconnections among mathematical operations, (5) extend number patterns to algebraic reasoning, and (6) solve problems from a variety of contexts using various strategies. Features representation of concepts using concrete models using base ten blocks and other concrete models, realistic problems, and a variety of tools and websites. Designed to meet the requirements for preservice elementary school teachers k - 8.
Enrollment requirements: Prerequisite(s): admission to the Professional Program
Course coordinator: Beth Schlenker