EDU 480CB Methods of Teaching Math in Early Childhood Education

This course will present essential elements for effective early mathematics instruction in grades K-2. Students will develop competencies in examining and reflecting on their past and current experiences with mathematics, early mathematics content, differentiated instructional strategies, identifying students’ prior knowledge and gaps of knowledge and understanding in early mathematics and assessing students’ learning needs. Current directions in research, policy, and developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood mathematics will be explored and connected. Special consideration will be given to addressing the individual needs of a diverse population. NOTE: this course is only open to students in the ECE Competency-Based program.

Credits

5

Prerequisite

EDU 205CB and EDU 215CB, or Gateways Level Credential.

Corequisite

None.