ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION SYLLABUS FOR SEMINAR MATHEMATICS IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Course Name COURSE NAME EDU 542 COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is an examination of the current research dealing with techniques of teaching mathematics in elementary grades CREDIT HOURS 3 Semester Hours INSTRUCTOR Robert J Walker Ed D E MAIL rjwalker alasu edu TELEPHONE 334 229 4327 FAX 334 229 4904 OFFICE Councill Hall 325 OFFICE HOURS As Posted ATTENDANCE POLICY See University Bulletin Any student requiring alternative formats for testing and or handouts for this course or other types of accommodations due to a handicapping condition should advise the instructor within the first week of classes Prepared by Martha Poole Simmons Date 2 EDU 542 Approved by Department Chair Date Dean Date Revised Fall Semester 2005 3 EDU 542 PURPOSE OF THE COURSE This course focuses on the presentation of mathematical concepts in ways that lead children to see their relevance in a wide variety of situations Emphasis will be placed on the correlation of research findings with that of appropriate implementation in the elementary school classroom Numerous examples of how a classroom can be organized to meet the varying needs of children in grades K 6 will be provided the roles of teacherdirected lessons will be clearly explained and activities and materials for introducing topics to children and developing their understanding of them will be presented In this course the student learns criteria for the elementary K 6 mathematics curriculum strategies for instruction and means of assessment as recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics in Principles and Standards for School Mathematics 2000 and by the Alabama State Department of Education in its curriculum guide Alabama Course of Study Mathematics 1997 The prerequisite for this course is EDU 375 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School or an equivalent three semester hour course in teaching mathematics in the elementary school from an undergraduate EDU 542 program in elementary education In addition Alternative Master students must have already completed all general studies courses in mathematics before enrolling in EDU 542 This course is intended for students enrolled in a graduate program in elementary education Other pertinent aspects of this course will include the following 1 An analysis and evaluation of ways the calculator and the microcomputer are used in the elementary school 2 The development of manipulative materials for teaching mathematics in the elementary school In this course the student learns about the use of technology in the teaching of mathematics the research and current literature in professional journals on learning theories relevant to such instruction the use of manipulatives for teaching mathematical concepts appropriate means of assessment strategies for teaching problem solving and the use of children s literature in teaching mathematics 4 5 EDU 542 OBJECTIVES As a result of reading solving mathematical problems and participating in class discussions and hands on activities students will be able to achieve the following objectives 1 Demonstrate ability to facilitate students individual and collective use of technology to locate collect create produce communicate and produce information by A Preparing an analysis of five 5 articles from the Teaching Children Mathematics or Arithmetic Teacher from a reading list B Giving two 2 oral reports after research has been completed SDE tech Ability vii 1 2 3 2 Design manage and facilitate learning experiences incorporating technologies that are responsive to diversity of learners learning styles and special needs of all students SDE tech Ability viii 1 2 3 Apply the theories of learning to insure the effective modes of instruction in mathematics Alternative A students must complete an approved field experience with regular and special needs children 4 Compare and contrast the current trends in mathematics teaching 5 Delineate the scope and sequence in mathematics learning in the elementary school 6 Compute problems using concrete materials semi concrete explanations and abstract notations EDU 542 7 Define terms commonly used in teaching mathematical concepts 8 Demonstrate how to implement the NCTM Standards that are receiving increased attention This objective is an example of a teacher acting as a change agent and reflecting constructivism This objective supports and reflects the College of Education model framework on decision making including planning implementing and evaluating 9 Conduct research and prepare an oral report on the use of five books of children s literature that can be used in teaching mathematics concepts This objective supports and reflects the College of Education model framework on decision making including planning implementing and evaluating 10 Conduct research using the Internet to obtain materials for use in teaching mathematics in the elementary school SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge i 1 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge i 2 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge ii 1 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge ii 2 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge iv 1 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge iv 2 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge iv 3 SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge iv 4 SDE tech 5th yr Ability i 1 SDE tech 5th yr Ability i 2 SDE tech 5th yr Ability ii 1 SDE tech 5th yr Ability ii 2 SDE tech 5th yr Ability iv 1 SDE tech 5th yr Ability iv 2 SDE tech 5th yr Ability ix 1 11 Demonstrate knowledge for developing and implementing a classroom management plan to ensure equitable and effective 6 7 EDU 542 student access to available technology resources SDE tech Knowledge iii 12 Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate learner centered lessons and units that integrate technology SDE tech Knowledge 1 v 13 Develop and implement a classroom management plan to ensure equitable and effective student access to available technology SDE tech 5th yr Knowledge iii 1 SDE tech 5th yr Ability iii 1 2 14 Design implement and assess learner centered lessons and units that use appropriate and effective practices in teaching and learning with technology SDE tech 5th yr Ability v 1 2 3 15 Use technology tools for instruction student assessment management and reporting purposes SDE teach Ability vi 1 2 3 16 Evaluate students technology proficiency and students technology based products SDE tech Ability ix 17 Use technology to enhance professional growth SDE tech Ability x Alternative Master s students will complete an assigned time of