Department of Mathematics

MATHED 501 SURVEY OF PURE MATHEMATICS FOR TEACHERS(2-0-2)(SU). The nature of mathematical knowledge, its history, meaning, methodology, and use. Generally topics will be selected from material in set theory, logic, number theory, algebra, geometry or graph theory. PREREQ: teaching certification or PERM/INST.

MATHED 502 SURVEY OF APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR TEACHERS(2-0-2)(SU). The nature of contemporary applied mathematics and its use in decision making in modern society. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and appreciation of the vast variety of problems which can be solved by mathematics. Generally topics will be selected from material in management science, statistics, social choice, or geometry of size and shape. PREREQ: teaching certification or PERM/INST.

MATHED 510 MATHEMATICS CURRICULUM 7-12(2-0-2)(SU). The history of the 7-12 mathematics curriculum; content, special problems, and trends in mathematics programs; organization of the curriculum. Study of reports and recommendations; curriculum development projects. PREREQ: At least one year's experience teaching in middle or secondary school mathematics.

MATHED 511 SURVEY OF RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION I (2-0-2)(SU). Survey of current research in and discussion of issues relating to the teaching and learning of mathematics. PREREQ: teaching certification or PERM/INST.

MATHED 512 SURVEY OF RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION II (2-0-2)(SU). Continuation of MATHED 511. PREREQ: MATHED 511.

MATHED 523 THE TEACHING OF ALGEBRA(2-0-2)(SU). Contemporary approaches to teaching secondary school algebra; treatment of selected topics in secondary school algebra; methods and materials; research relevant to the teaching of algebra. PREREQ: MATH 257 or MATH 147 or teaching certification in mathematics.

MATHED 524 THE TEACHING OF GEOMETRY(2-0-2)(SU). Contemporary approaches to teaching secondary school geometry; treatment of selected topics in geometry; methods and materials; research relevant to the teaching of geometry. PREREQ: MATH257 or MATH147 or teaching certification in mathematics.

MATHED 525 THE TEACHING OF CALCULUS (2-0-2)(SU). Contemporary approaches to teaching secondary school calculus; use of symbolic algebra and graphing software; treatment of selected topics in calculus including limit, derivative, and integral. PREREQ: MATH 175.

MATHED 557 ADVANCED PROBLEM SOLVING AND NUMBER THEORY FOR TEACHERS (3-0-3)(SU). Advanced study of number systems from whole numbers through the reals with an emphasis on problem solving and number theory. The course will make use of appropriate models to support the development of the content. This course is appropriate for teachers seeking to strengthen and extend their mathematical knowledge. PREREQ: MATH 257 or MATH 147 or teaching certification in mathematics.

MATHED 558 ADVANCED GEOMETRY AND PROBABILITY FOR TEACHERS (3-0-3)(SU). In-depth study of geometry and probability, including work with mathematical models. This course is appropriate for teachers seeking to strengthen and extend their mathematical knowledge. PREREQ: MATH 257 or MATH 147 or teaching certification in mathematics.

MATHED 564 MATHEMATICAL MODELING FOR TEACHERS(1-0-1)(SU). The modeling process, its relation to the scientific method and problem solving, laboratory activities and examples appropriate to the middle school. PREREQ: One year experience teaching.

MATHED 570 ADVANCED MATHEMATICS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY (3-0-3)(SU). This course focuses on selecting and using appropriate technology in teaching P-12 mathematics and places an emphasis on instructional design and implementation of technology specific to the mathematical classroom. This course is appropriate for teachers seeking to strengthen and extend their mathematical knowledge. PREREQ: MATH 257 or MATH 147 or teaching certification in mathematics.

MATHED 591 PROJECT (May be taken for 3 to 6 credits). A project is a library research paper on some mathematics education topic new to the student. Weekly progress meetings are held with the instructor. PREREQ: Admission to candidacy.

MATHED 593 THESIS (May be taken for 3 to 6 credits). Original mathematics education research or a new interpretation or novel exposition of existing research results. Course is arranged with supervising faculty member. PREREQ: Admission to candidacy.

MATHED 598 SEMINAR IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (2-0-2)(SU). The content will vary within a format of student presentation and discussion of relatively advanced mathematics education topics selected from texts or journals. This will not be a seminar in mathematics.