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MATH 277 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I (3 semester credits)
Course Description: A course designed to provide elementary teachers/paraprofessionals with the ability
to integrate the understanding of content with the understanding of how students learn arithmetic
concepts. Students study the application of arithmetic concepts of the solutions of problems.
Mathematical content includes algebra fundamentals, inductive and deductive reasoning, whole number
operations, number bases, numeration systems, place value, number theory topics, sets, integers,
decimals, percentages and fractions. Calculators, computers and manipulatives are used in the course.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 103 or instructor approvalHarmo
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Textbook:
Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: A
Conceptual Approach 10thE
ebook/Connect
Bennett, A.B. and Nelson, L. T., McGraw-
Hill
ISBN: 9781259293436
Class Schedule: Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Office Hours:
By appointment only.
Course Requirements: Students are expected to:
• Participate regularly in class.
• Submit graded work by dates posted on the course calendar.
• Read assigned textbook chapters.
• Do ungraded, independent practice exercises.
• Submit assigned textbook problems as pdf or jpeg files.
• Use manipulatives to complete online math activities.
• Complete graded assignments weekly.
• Share your reflections on teaching mathematics using national standards.
• Report on experiences working with children in elementary school.
Course Objectives/Student Outcomes: The students will be able to:• Demonstrate an understanding of the mathematical concepts taught at the elementary
level.
• Communication to others an understanding of elementary – level mathematics by writing
reflections on methods of teaching and by explaining strategies and steps used in problem-
solving.