Mathematics 2B, 5-10

MAT2004

This course builds on Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2A, aiming to further develop students' competence in teaching mathematics and programming with Python. Throughout the course, students will deepen their understanding of mathematics and learn how to use Python as a tool for teaching in schools.

This course is a continuation of Mathematics 1A, Mathematics 1B and Mathematics 2A. The goal is to develop students' competencies to teach mathematics. This includes the development of knowledge and skills related to planning, conducting, and evaluating mathematics teaching based in accordance to relevant research. Particular attention is accorded to representations of mathematical concepts and transitions between these. The course provides further specialization within the didactic aspects of algebraic, geometric and algorithmic thinking in upper primary and lower secondary schools.

MAT1004 Mathematics 1A, 5-10

MAT1005 Mathematics 1B, 5-10

MAT2003 Mathematics 2B, 5-10

KNOWLEDGE

The candidate:

has advanced knowledge about mathematics teaching in upper primary and lower secondary schools with higher-level demands
has knowledge about different forms of representation and the transitions between them
has knowledge about different forms of pupils' reasoning and argumentation
has fundamental knowledge about multiplicative, geometric and algebraic thinking with functions in upper primary and lower secondary schools
has knowledge about algorithmic thinking and problem solving using programming
has knowledge about research on educational theory for mathematics
has knowledge about learning difficulties in mathematics and characteristics of such difficulties

SKILLS

The candidate:

can plan, conduct and evaluate high-quality, research-based teaching
can include programming in mathematics teaching in upper primary and lower secondary schools
can conduct simple studies within mathematics education
can prevent and detect mathematical learning difficulties in pupils and adapt teaching to meet the pupils' needs

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The candidate:

can initiate and lead development work within mathematics education
can contribute to research and development projects, and other collaborative projects, aimed at improving teaching practice within mathematics

Elective

Learning activities and teaching methods are designed to take students' own work with pupils into consideration. In addition to lectures, students will participate in student-centered learning, group work, individual tasks and discussions. Use of digital tools in teaching will be emphasized. Each student will complete a task in connection with professional practice. Some of the teaching can be in English.

MAGLU 5-10 students participate in practice in accordance with the practice plan for the study program. Professional practice is part of the mathematics specialization within teacher education. Teacher education courses integrate experience gained during practice into planning, analysis and discussions about teaching practice.

Coursework (AK):

The students must produce 2-3 assignments, which may include written tasks, in-class tests, or oral presentations. At least one task relates to practice. Grading scale: Approved/Not approved.

Compulsory attendance (OD):

Minimum 80% lecture attendance. Grading scale: Approved/Not approved. All planned activities are compulsory.

Oral examination (MU):

Individual. 30 minutes. A-F. Amounts to 100 % of grade.

Calculator and national curriculum.

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:

MAT2009 - Mathematics 2A - Algebra and Function - 7.5 credits

Course language

Norwegian

Credits

Study location

Bodø, Levanger, Nesna

Teaching semesters

Spring 2026

Responsible faculty

The Faculty of Education and Arts

Course coordinator

Professor

Asif Mushtaq

asif.mushtaq@nord.no