Investigating the underlying developmental structure of algebraic topics including variables and patterns, functions, exponential and quadratic relationships, and algebraic reasoning. Interdisciplinary investigations of scientific phenomenon using basic mathematical tools and technologies. Emphasis on mathematical modeling techniques relevant to school science. For example, high school teacher works in an elementary classroom or college classroom. Topics offered at the graduate level which are not covered in regular courses.
Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material.
Math 500 Capstone Project Seminar 1 credits Offered each academic year Share ideas, outlines and results of Capstone projects. Study the features of the language of mathematics which influence math literacy, particularly as they relate to high school and middle school curricula. The course of study includes grammar, syntax, vocabulary, word order, synonyms, notations, conventions, abbreviations, sentence structure, and paragraph structure, logic, proof, and techniques that underlie mathematics exploration, problem solving, and justification. Comparison of oral and written modes of mathematical communication. Topics include the modeling process, an overview of relevant technology, strategies to initiate modeling in the secondary classroom, and classroom assessment of modeling activities.