2.1 Diverse Learners Teachers of mathematics use their knowledge of student diversity to affirm and support full participation and continued study of mathematics by all students. This diversity includes gender, culture, ethnicity, socioeconomic background, language, special needs, and mathematical learning styles. 2.2 Technology Teachers of mathematics use appropriate technology to support the learning of mathematics. This technology includes, but is not limited to, computers and computer software, calculators, interactive television, distance learning, electronic information resources, and a variety of relevant multimedia. 2.3 Assessment Teachers of mathematics use formative and summative methods to determine students' understanding of mathematics and to monitor their own teaching effectiveness.
Teachers are careful to align their instructional and assessment practices.
Teachers use formative assessment to monitor student learning and to adjust instructional strategies and activities. Formative assessment includes, but is not limited to, questioning strategies, student writing, student products, and student performance. Teachers use summative assessment to determine student achievement and to evaluate the mathematics program. 2.5 Programs prepare prospective teachers who use a variety of physical and visual materials for exploration and development of mathematical concepts in grades 5-8. 2.6 Programs prepare prospective teachers who use a variety of print and electronic resources.