EDUC 5523 - Mathematical Pedagogy

3 Hours. Designed for practicing teachers of mathematics to emphasize pedagogical content knowledge so that the teacher can guide, evaluate, and improve students’ learning. Topics include diagnosing and correcting common student errors across grade levels, guiding classroom interactions that remove barriers to learning, and designing learning experiences that promote student thinking and discussion. Strategies for mentoring and coaching other teaching professionals will contribute to the candidate’s skill in becoming a mathematics instructional leader.