Mathematics 1B, 1-7
Mathematics 1B is based on Mathematics 1A, where the students was introduced to what being a mathematics teacher entails, and how to teach according to research based knowledge.
In this course, the teacher students will further develop their content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge, and become more confident in their role as future mathematics teachers.
Important subjects in this course includes the teaching and learning of:
- Algebra
- Geometry and measurement
- Statistics and probability
The teacher students will learn how children develop:
- Algebraic, geometric and stochastical reasoning
- Understanding of measurement
KNOWLEDGE
The teacher student
- has knowledge of geometry, measurement, statistics, basic probability, and algebra
- has knowledge about how children develop geometric, stochastical and algebraic reasoning
- has knowledge about the teaching of measurement, and about how measurement relates to the development of algebraic and geometric reasoning, and numeracy in children
- has knowledge about the relationship between teaching method and pupils` learning
- has knowledge about the use of manipulatives and ICT as tools in mathematics teaching
- has knowledge about mathematics in kindergarten and about the transition from kindergarten to school
- has fundamental knowledge about learning difficulties in mathematics.
SKILLS
The teahcer student should be able to
- plan, conduct and evaluate teaching within mathematics for all pupils in grades 1 to 7, based on pupils' knowledge and on research
- utilise teaching methods that promote the learner`s sense of wonder, creativity and ability to work systematically with investigative activities, reasoning and argumentation
- communicate with pupils, listen, evaluate, use pupil feedback and encourage pupils` mathematical thinking
- analyse, evaluate and reflect on pupils` reasoning, argumentation, problem solving and typical misunderstandings based on relevant theory
- evaluate pupils` knowledge and academic development based on relevant theory
GENERAL COMPETENCIES
The teahcer student
- has insight into the significance of mathematics for general education
Learning outcomes applicable to the National Section Exam (5 STP)
In the field of algebraic reasoning, the teacher student will
- have a keen comprehension of mathematics at the primary school level, with a specialization in early education.
- have a detailed understanding of different representation activities and how transitions between these activities can notably influence student learning.
- have familiarity with diverse learning materials, both digital and otherwise, as well as with the benefits and limitations of such tools
- be able to analyse and evaluate student's argumentation and solution methods from various perspectives on knowledge and learning
Learning activities and teaching methods are designed to take teacher students` own work with students into consideration. In addition to lectures, the teacher students will participate in student-centred learning, group work, individual tasks and discussions. Use of digital tools in teaching will be emphasized. Every teahcer student will also carry out tasks during their period of practice.
To be an active participant and to cooperate with fellow teacher students is a prerequisite to be able to achieve the learning outcomes of this course.
Assessment task (AK): The students must produce 2-3 assignments, which may include written tasks, in-class tests, or oral presentations. Grading scale: approved/not approved.
Compulsory attendance (OD): Minimum 80%. Grading scale: approved/not approved.
AK and OD must be passed/approved to get the final grade.
Final examination:
- Written assignment (O): Individual. Counts as 67% of the final grade. Grading scale: A-F.
- Written school examination (SK/S) - National part-examination in mathematics: 4 hours. Counts as 33% of the final grade. Grading scale: A-F.
Both exams must be passed to get the final grade in the course.
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
MAT1005 - Mathematics 1B, 5-10 - 15 credits
MAT1009 - Mathematics 1B - 15 credits
MAT1017 - Mathematics 1C - Geometry and geometric thinking for teachers - 15 credits
MAT1018 - Mathematics 1D - Algebra and algebraic thinking, 1-7 - 7.5 credits