SEC514 Teaching Math at the Secondary Level

This course, intended for candidates preparing to be licensed secondary mathematics teachers, addresses the content and discipline of mathematics as it pertains to general goals of secondary education. Participants will deepen pedagogical content knowledge, develop teaching materials, including lesson and unit plans, that solve instructional issues and employ mathematics-specific teaching methods. Assigned course requirements include the completion of 40 hours of field experience. Field experiences will involve multicultural settings and working with students with special needs. Prerequisite(s): Grade B or better in SEC502, SPE500. Co-requisite(s): Differentiated course assignments will be assigned to students who take this course for 3 vs. 4 semester hours of credit. 3-4 semester hours