ED 4633 Secondary Education: Content and Pedagogy - Mathematics

Three hours

General methods of teaching as detailed in Danielson’s Framework for Teaching Domain 3 for secondary majors include objectives, lesson plans, teaching techniques, models of teaching, learning theories, motivation, classroom management, and differentiated instruction as applied to secondary grades. A consideration of the secondary school Mathematics curriculum, teaching strategies, and utilization of instructional materials. Reviewing the Mathematics curriculum as it relates to learning and development, differences in learning styles, critical thinking, problem solving and performance skills, active learning and motivation, inquiry collaboration, supportive classroom interaction, reflection, professional growth and professional leadership (based on NCTM pedagogical standards). Embedded field experience/field assignments with secondary Math teachers required.

Prerequisites: ED 2713 and ED 3153
Prerequisite or corequisite: MTH 3143
Offered spring semester