Includes the fundamental concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics covered include problem-solving techniques, internal representation of data, and file manipulation. The topics to be covered include mathematical induction, set theory, relations and functions, combinatorics, probability, graph theory, and mathematical logic. MS121 or department approval. Topics to be covered include frequency distributions, variability, probability, sampling, estimation, testing, hypotheses, analysis of variance, regression and correlation analysis, and nonparametric tests.
Problem solving, both in groups and individually, is a major theme.
New content focuses on concepts and operations of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Tutoring and field experiences required. Expanded exploration of what research and professional literature has to say about teaching and how children learn and mislearn mathematics. More extensive practicum in designing and teaching activities, tutoring, and using curriculum materials. MS231, MS232 and CS180 or department approval.