EDU 5361 Mathematics Concepts, Curriculum and Pedagogy of the Reform Pre-Calculus and Calculus
This course focuses on the concepts of precalculus and calculus relevant to topics and courses taught at the adolescent level. Following the reform approach, topics are studied geometrically, numerically, analytically and verbally as appropriate (Rule of Four). Topics include review of different types of functions and their representations, limits and continuity, derivatives, integrals, series and applications. The graphing calculator, iPad and computer applications will be used to model the concepts inherent in the study of precalculus and calculus. Pedagogical teaching strategies such as cooperative learning and active learning will be emphasized throughout the course. This course helps teacher candidates develop the ability to create questions involving all areas of culture and ethnicity. In addition, developmentally appropriate presentations of the topics for the diverse learner will be explored. An examination of the AP exams for calculus AB and calculus BC will help the teacher candidate understand how course content aligns to assessment. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ (NCTM) eight mathematical practices will be studied and applied in all activities.
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