Manipulatives, children's literature, problem solving, diagnosis and remediation, estimation, mental mathematics, equity issues, and the uses of the calculator are interwoven throughout the topics presented. The math content areas are the arithmetic operations and number theory. The Viterbo College Teacher Education Program has adopted a Teacher As Reflective Decision Maker Model. Each course is designed to contribute to the development of one or more of the knowledge bases in professional education. Lecture, class discussion, small group work, student presentations.
Attendance is required.
A valid excuse is necessary to miss class. Unexcused absences may lower your grade for the course. Assigned readings of the texts and handouts need to be done if meaningful discussion can occur. As teachers you should appreciate the importance of class participation. Your active participation makes the course go.