Mathematics 391T - S- Intro/K-12 Math Teaching

This course provides future secondary math teachers an introduction to a range of topics related to the teaching of mathematics in the public schools. The focus will be on increasing the participants' mathematical content knowledge for teaching by exploring the mathematical content and practices of secondary math. Through these explorations, students will have opportunities to gain some familiarity with the Massachusetts Frameworks, Common Core, standardized and local assessments, curriculum resources, and other topics related to secondary math teaching. As part of the course, students will also explore connections between secondary math and the higher-level mathematics courses they have been taking.

Open to junior and senior Math majors. MATH 300 & 400+ MATH or STAT Note: Completion of two or more 400 level or higher Math or Statistics courses strongly recommended.