Course Descriptions
MATH 501 Linear Algebra for Teachers (3 credits)
This course examines systems of linear equations and methods of solutions, matrices and matrix solutions of linear systems, matrix algebra, determinants, vectors and vector spaces, linear transformations, and inner products and norms. Prerequisite: Either MATH 151 or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
9:00 – 11:50 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 503 Conceptual Concepts of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I (3 credits)
This course introduces topics on sets and logic, real numbers (properties and operations), numeration systems and elementary number theory. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department of Mathematics.
9:00 – 11:50 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 510 Geometry for Elementary School Teachers (3 credits)
This course develops an understanding of those fundamental geometrical concepts necessary for elementary school teachers, including congruence, similarity and measurement, geometric constructions, deductive reasoning, plane and space figures, and elements of trigonometry. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department of Mathematics.
9:00 – 11:50 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 514 Topics from Calculus – Teaching Calculus for the 21st Century (3 credits)
This course allows participants an opportunity to explore concepts of calculus through concrete examples. Realistic problems involving average and instantaneous rates of change, areas, volumes, and curve lengths are addressed and related to the concepts of differentiation and integration. Prerequisite: Permission of program director and a placement test.
1:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 534 Problem Solving for Elementary School Teachers (3 credits)
This course includes the traditional concepts and techniques of computation and applications of mathematics to solve real world problems, techniques of stating word problems, and development of problem solving strategies. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department of Mathematics.
1:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 535 Methods of Problem Solving (3 credits)
This course includes learning to read mathematically and developing methods for solving various types of applied problems related to secondary school mathematics, with the emphasis on algorithmic approaches. Allows student to develop algorithms for use in classroom. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department of Mathematics.
1:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 541 History of Mathematics for Teachers (3 credits)
This course covers topics in the history of mathematics ranging from earliest times to the twentieth century and emphasizes the contributions of many civilizations to the development of the subject. The specific topics covered vary from semester to semester, but the course will, in general, deal with the history of mathematical topics taught in the secondary curriculum. Because the course is primarily designed for teachers of mathematics, it will have a focus on demonstrating to teachers how historical ideas can contribute to the teaching of mathematics at all levels. Prerequisite: A solid understanding of precalculus
9:00 – 11:50 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
MATH 550 Probability and Statistics for Elementary School Teachers (3 credits)
This course examines divisibility, numerical functions, the arithmetic of congruence classes, solving congruences, theory of primitive roots, and quadratic reciprocity. Prerequisite: MATH 151 or permission of the Department of Mathematics.
1:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
For further information contact
Dr. LaVerne Blagmon-Earl, Institute Director
(202) 274-5369 or Lblagmon@udc.edu
