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Mathematics
Teaching Mathematics in the Primary/Junior/Intermediate Division

A Component of the Curriculum and Instruction Course

(EDU1420 & EDU1450)

North Option, OISE/UT

2000/2001

Course Instructor: Jan Scully (extension 2319, office 11-232)

Course Objectives: This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to help you facilitate the teaching of mathematics to elementary school learners. The course integrates the theories of learning, instructional strategies and content with the teacher's experience in the classroom. The components of the course will help you develop the confidence, resources and background knowledge that will assist you to continue to grow as a primary/junior/intermediate classroom teacher.

To meet these objectives successful teacher candidates will have numerous opportunities to become familiar with:

Reference Books:

Reference Books You Would Find Beneficial To Own:

Readings:

To be provided by the course instructor for discussion during the appropriate topic.
Note: Candidates will facilitate the discussion.

Learning Materials List:

The following list of materials in invaluable in a Mathematics classroom.

Colour Square Tiles

Fraction Pieces

Fraction Blocks

Base-Ten Materials

Miras

Safety Compasses

3D Geometric Models

Coloured Cubes

Interlocking Cubes

Geoboards (rectangular/isometric/circular)

Spinners

Number Tiles

Alge-Tiles

Tangrams

Tessellation Pieces

Pentominoes

Measuring Tapes

String and Scissors

Straws and Pipe Cleaners

Googoplex or Polydrons

Grid Chart Paper

Protractors

Balances Scales (pan, bucket, triple beam)

Proposed Content for the Primary/Junior/Intermediate Mathematics Education Course 2000/2001: