Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2019 - EDUC 415 D100

Designs for Learning: Secondary Mathematics (4)

Class Number: 4159

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 8:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    One of MATH 152, 155, or 158, and either EDUC 401/402 or corequisite EDUC 403.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Focuses on teaching secondary school mathematics. Students explore mathematical learning, their own mathematical thinking and curriculum; and plan mathematical instruction within a consistent framework using appropriate instructional materials and methods. Quantitative.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course is designed for prospective and practicing secondary school teachers who wish to explore the fundamentals of teaching and learning as it applies to mathematics. Each class will have both a pedagogical and a mathematical focus.

Through engagement in selected readings, classroom discussion, and collaborative inquiry, students will be given the opportunity to explore their own beliefs and values about teaching mathematics.

Grading

  • Reflective Journal Assignment: Each week you will be given journal prompt(s) related to specific topics and/or ideas that arise from the readings and class discussions. 25%
  • Mathematics Problem Solving Assignment: You’ll be engaged in problem solving activities in class every week. These problems will vary in character, including open-ended math questions. 20%
  • Math Play: This assignment will be worked on in groups of 2 or 3. Beginning with a fictional mathematical interaction between a student and a teacher, you are to formulate a diagnosis of the source of the error and a plan for remediation. 20%
  • Written Assignment: The topic will be specified in class. 25%
  • In Class Activity Presentation: Working individually or with a partner, you will be asked to select and present an activity from the course textbook. 10%

NOTES:

There is no final exam for this course.  Grading is subject to change.

REQUIREMENTS:

Students will be expected to attend all classes, and to participate fully in class work and discussions.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Van de Walle, John A., Folk, S., Karp, K., & Bay-Williams, J. (2018) Elementary & Middle School Mathematics: Fifth Canadian Edition. Pearson Education Canada.
ISBN: 9780134095912

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS