Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I 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 approval Class Information: Harmony Richman ● Email: harmony.richman@vcsu.edu ● Phone: 701-845-7198 ● Office Location: McFarland 427C ● Website: www.mrsrichmanmath.weebly.com ● Textbook: None Required ● Office Hours: Stop by my office or virtual hours available via Blackboard Collaborate, Google Hangouts or Facetime. Instructor Responsibilities: Instructors have a commitment to the students they teach, much like a student has responsibilities. Students in this course should expect the instructor to: • Provide accurate information to students on the concepts being taught. • Create lessons that encourage experimental and constructivist learning principles. • Provide constructive feedback on all products and drafts within a week of their submission, hopefully sooner. • Help guide students through the course material and their endeavors to provide an effective learning experience. • Whenever possible, I will respond to emails within 1-2 business days (M-F) and 48 hours during the weekend. Course Requirements : Students who are in the college classroom either face-to-face or online have made the conscious choice to be a part of the course. In this course, you are viewed as a participant in the learning; hence there are expectations that come with the choice you made to take this course. ● You are expected to put, at a minimum, approximately 4 – 6 hours of preparation and study time per week into this course. ● Actively participate regularly in class discussions through consistent, punctual, prepared and interested attendance. ● Submit graded assignments by dates posted on the course calendar. On each assignment, you must show ALL YOUR WORK for full credit. If you do not show work, but simply state your answer, you will receive NO credit for the assignment. It is unfair to selectively grant extensions to some students and not others. Therefore, late assignments are not accepted.