2019-2020 Catalog 
    
    Dec 12, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CHD31500/CHD3150 - Teaching Mathematics and Science: A Developmental Perspective

(3 units)
This course will help students develop an understanding of the multiple social perspectives underpinning mathematics and science instruction. It will provide opportunities for students to explore the teaching and learning of mathematics and science in countries around the world.
The alignment of appropriate math and science content with developmental stages is emphasized as well as the importance of play as a constructive process for academic understanding. Assignments include both a systematic observation of children and a course project demonstrating competence in the course objectives.