Academic Catalog

Education: Mathematics (EDMA)

EDMA 3000  Math Methods I: Teaching K-8 Mathematics  (2 Credits)  
Examines contemporary curricula and materials for teaching K-8 mathematics, with an emphasis on research, learning theory, pedagogy, methods and the use of technology. Attention is given to the NCTM Standards and Washington State K-12 Learning Standards/Common Core State Standards.
EDMA 3357  Teaching Secondary Mathematics  (3 Credits)  
Overviews content methods and strategies appropriate to the teaching of secondary school mathematics. Attention is given to developing standards of mathematical practice through the NCTM standards and Washington State K-12 Learning Standards/Common Core State Standards. Emphasis is also placed on problem solving. Recommended prior to or concurrent with first-quarter internship.
EDMA 4000  Math Methods II: Teaching K-8 Mathematics  (2 Credits)  
Seminar to examine the application of methods for teaching K-8 mathematics in a related field experience and explore contemporary issues in teaching K-8 mathematics. Special attention is given to developing instruction embedded in the Washington State K-12 Learning Standards/Common Core State Standards. There is a strong emphasis on applying questioning strategies to enhance student mathematical discourse in the classroom.
EDMA 4100  Math Methods: Teaching K-8 Mathematics  (3 Credits)  
Seminar to examine the application of methods for teaching K-8 mathematics in a related field experience and explore contemporary issues in teaching K-8 mathematics. Special attention is given to developing instruction embedded in the Washington State K-12 Learning Standards/Common Core State Standards. There is a strong emphasis on applying questioning strategies to enhance student mathematical discourse in the classroom.