MTED 540 - Algebra in the School Curriculum

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MTED 511.

Issues/topics concerning algebraic learning using curricular standards. Examining texts, curricula, algebraic thinking, and teaching research. Common errors and possible remedies, algebra for mathematizing situations. Relationship of K-12 algebra curriculum to modern algebra and its structures. Fundamental theorem of algebra.

Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture and Discussion, 3 hours)