EDMA 5821 - For The Love of Math: Increasing Appreciation and Understanding for All Students
Course Description
It is important that ALL students connect with math in a way that allows them to achieve at high levels. Teachers need students to love math and be able to see its beauty. We will dive into brain research and look at equity issues in math. When teachers understand math in a new way they will inspire students to enjoy math class and be successful. This class prepares you to do just that. Grades K-12.
Learner Outcomes
This course will enable participants to:
- Reflect upon their own teaching practices in mathematics.
- Apply Best Practices to their teaching and learning instruction.
- Take an in depth look at current research on teaching mathematics.
- Think critically about and evaluate strategies for supporting all students in the math classroom.
- Read and reflect on articles and supplemental material.
Notes
Participants will need Internet access to complete this course.Testimonials
Thank you for offering this course, it's been inspiring and full of valuable information and ideas!
—-Summer 2017 Student
This is my last assignment but I wanted to extend a personal thank you to you. You have been nothing short of amazing in the way in which you respond to assignments and give thoughtful feedback. I am grateful for the effort you put in on your end of this course in making it enjoyable for me.
---Summer 2017 Student
Thank you for a fantastic math course. Taking this course has been an inspirational experience for me, and one that I am grateful to have had.
---Summer 2017 Student