2016-2017 Undergraduate General Catalog

MATH 131 Geometry and Probability for Teachers

This course investigates foundational ideas of grades K-8 mathematics. The focus is on thinking about mathematical concepts that are currently prominent in elementary schools from the perspective of teaching. Mathematical tasks include a deep analysis of concepts, consideration of children’s thinking, and investigations with technology. Topics include two and three dimensional geometry, transformations,area, volume, surface area, measurements, statistics, and probability.

Credits

3

Core Requirements

Orientation: Mathematics & Quantitative Analysis