MATH 384: Mathematics for Teachers IV: Fractions and Operations

Course Description

This course is designed to provide future teachers with opportunities to develop the mathematical understandings crucial to the teaching of fractions and operations concepts in the elementary grades. The students will study mathematical ideas including composing, decomposing, and renaming fractions and decimals, different meanings and representations for fractions and decimals, reasoning behind multiple solution strategies and representations for fraction computation problems, connections among those solutions and representations, and developing solution strategies for solving proportional situations. The course integrates mathematical content with pedagogy, including creating inclusive mathematical learning environments, selecting worthwhile mathematical tasks, attending and reacting to others’ mathematical thinking, and supporting caregivers in fostering their child’s success in mathematics. (W).