EDMT 60153 Fostering Discourse in the Mathematics Classroom
Prerequisite: Admission to the M.Ed. in Mathematics Education Program or written permission of the Dean. Using the guidelines set forth by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the State of Texas for mathematics instruction, students will develop strategies for fostering discourse in the mathematics classroom. The content will be explored from an inquiry perspective through the use and analysis of strategies that foster discourse to expand upon students' conceptual understanding of mathematics. Through class investigations and discussions, readings, and assignments, students will be exposed to best practices which promote the process standards (problem solving, reasoning and proof, communication, connections, and representations). By gaining expertise with respect to the development of children's mathematical thinking and instructional and assessment practices using discourse that contribute to this development, students will be prepared to serve as teacher-leaders.