TeacherLine Mathematics Courses Goals and Objectives
National NCTM and NC Standard Course of Study

MATH120
Fostering Cooperative Learning, Discussion, and Critical Thinking in Elementary Math (Grades 1-5) - 30hr

Learn to apply proven critical thinking and cooperative learning strategies to teach mathematics using classroom technology. Explore activities that support collaboration and problem-solving within the curriculum while addressing NCTM standards. This course requires access to students.

MATH126
Ahead of the Curve: Exponential and Other Functions (Grades 6-8) - 15hr (Formerly MATH125)

Study strategies for teaching exponential functions and growth to middle school students. Solve a range of mathematical problems to understand the underlying mathematics of functions.

ALGEBRA

MATH136
Patterns and Relations: Algebra Concepts (Grades 6-8) - 15hr (Formerly MATH135)

Focus on the core of algebra ~ how to represent, analyze, and generalize a variety of patterns. Deepen your understanding of mathematics of patterns and build strategies for teaching patterns to middle school students.

ALGEBRA

MATH150
Making Comparisons with Data Analysis (Grades 6-8) - 30hr

Expand your understanding of concepts that are integral to making comparisons, including distribution and measures of spread, measures of center, graphic representation and interpretation, and communication of data-based conclusions.

DATA ANALYSIS AND PROBABILITY

MATH156
The Concept of Function (Grades 9-12) - 15hr

Increase your knowledge of functions to better understand your students' misconceptions about this mathematical concept. Study theories of function as a process, a mathematical object and a tool for description and prediction.

ALGEBRA

MATH160
Gender Equity in the Mathematics Classroom (Grades 4-8) - 30hr

Create classroom environments that equally support middle school girls' and boys’ success in math. Evaluate your own teaching style for evidence of gender bias.

EQUITY

MATH165
Enabling Students with Special Needs to Succeed in Math Class (Grades 4-8) -30hr

Examine methods of promoting equity in the mathematics education for students with disabilities. Learn how to adapt your own curricula, and work with special needs teachers, to help all students succeed in the classroom.

EQUITY

MATH171
Proportional Reasoning (Grades 6-8) - 15hr (Formerly MATH170)

Use new, effective strategies to teach ratio, proportion, and percents to middle school students. Further students’ proportional reasoning skills and target their misconceptions about proportionality.

NUMBER AND OPERATIONS

MATH181
Math in Everyday Life (Grades K-5) - 15hr (Formerly MATH180)

Learn new ways to enrich your mathematics classroom with illustrations drawn from the real world. Take a fresh look at problem solving, calculators and the Internet in the elementary-school classroom.

MATH186
Math in Everyday Life (Grades 6-8) - 15hr (Formerly MATH185)

Learn new ways to enrich your math lessons with illustrations drawn from the real world. Examine the importance of problem solving, calculators, and the Web in the middle school classroom.

MATH191
Shaping Up: Teaching Geometry Using Technology (Grades K-2) - 15hr (Formerly MATH190)

Discover and implement new, effective strategies to teach geometry to students by integrating software, Internet-based activities, as well the NCTM standards into lesson plans.

GEOMETRY

MATH196
Shaping Up: Teaching Geometry Using Technology (Grades 3-5) - 15hr (Formerly MATH195)

Discover and implement new, effective strategies to teach geometry to students by integrating software, Internet-based activities, as well the NCTM standards into lesson plans.

GEOMETRY

MATH206
Data Analysis and Probability (Grades K-5) - 15hr

Learn the most effective ways to teach data analysis and probability in the classroom. Study sample lessons developed by math experts as the basis for designing your own plans. Learn various spreadsheet applications that your students can use to represent and understand data.

DATA ANALYSIS AND PROBABILITY

MATH211
Just the Stats: Data Analysis (Grades 6-8) - 15 hr

Learn to incorporate new, effective ways to teach data analysis to your students by exploring how technologies such as computer software, the Internet, and calculators help students learn data collection and analysis.

DATA ANALYSIS AND PROBABILITY

MATH216
The Odds Are Good: Probability (Grades 6-8) - 15hr

Develop a set of lessons on probability that meets NCTM standards, uses technology as a teaching tool, and incorporates new pedagogical strategies for teaching probability to middle school students. This course requires access to students.

DATA ANALYSIS AND PROBABILITY

MATH221
Count on It: Number Sense (Grades K-5) - 15hr (Formerly MATH220)

Learn strategies to effectively assess and teach number sense in your classroom. Examine and implement lesson plans, Web resources, and NCTM standards in order to help students gain a deeper understanding of numbers.

NUMBER AND OPERATIONS

MATH230
Fostering Collaboration, Discussion, and Critical Thinking in Middle School Math (Grades 6-8) - 30hr

Explore and develop math lessons that encourage higher-level thinking and discussion. Use proven Internet resources to incorporate critical thinking and cooperative learning into your mathematics curriculum. This course requires access to students.

MATH236
Patterns and Relations: Algebra Concepts (Grades 1-5) - 15hr

Understand and learn to teach the connection between patterns and relations with algebra by exploring lesson plans and problem-solving activities. Develop plans to integrate manipulatives, technology, and the NCTM standards into your algebra curriculum.

ALGEBRA

MATH240
Measurement: Surface Area and Volume (Grades 6-8) - 30hr

Develop successful methods of teaching surface area and volume while addressing NCTM standards through problem-solving activities, readings, discussion, reflection, and examination of student work.

MEASUREMENT

MATH246
Rational Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, and Percents (Grades 6-8) - 15hr (Formerly MATH245)

Gain an understanding of the difficulties students have in understanding rational numbers, fractions, decimals and percents. Analyze sample problems to understand how students approach their study and research ways to redirect your students' thinking.

NUMBER AND OPERATIONS

MATH250
Understanding Numbers and Operations: Addition and Subtraction (Grades PreK-3) -30hr

Learn new approaches for teaching the computation skills of addition and subtraction. Create and implement addition and subtraction lessons that integrate technology, manipulatives, and effective pedagogical strategies.

NUMBER AND OPERATIONS

MATH266
Spatial Reasoning (Grades 5-8) - 15hr (Formerly MATH265)

Use effective teaching strategies to help your students meet NCTM standards for middle school geometry. Create activities that address the common misconceptions found in spatial reasoning.

GEOMETRY

MATH270
Developing Algebraic Thinking (Grades 3-5) - 30hr

Learn and apply strategies for incorporating algebra into the classroom. Explore the algebraic content in your current teachings and develop a connection between algebra and mathematics. This course requires access to students.

ALGEBRA

MATH280
Understanding Counting and Numbers (Grades K-2) - 30hr

Develop strategies to help students succeed in acquiring counting skills and understanding our number system. Explore activities that support multiple intelligences, examine constructivist theories, and help students meet NCTM standards. This course requires access to students.

NUMBER AND OPERATIONS

MATH410
Seeing Math™: Linear Functions (Grades 6-12) - 30hr

Discover ways to teach linear functions through real-world problems that generate varied approaches and solutions. Experience how multiple representations strengthen students' understanding of functions, equations, and problem solving.

Goals and Objectives:

Interpret the meaning and characteristics of linear functions in the context of real-world situations. Learners will be able to:

• • Distinguish between linear functions and linear equations through in-depth real-world modeling
• • Identify and interpret the slope of a linear function as a rate of change
• • Interpret domain and range in the context of a real-world situation

Identify ways in which multiple representations can express and enrich mathematical concepts. Learners will be able to:

• • Use multiple representations of functions (symbolic, graphic, numerical, and verbal) in the same mathematical task
• • Link representations in one format to representations in another

Use piecewise functions to accentuate characteristics of linearity in the context of real-world modeling situations. Learners will be able to:

• • Represent a single piecewise function using multiple formulas
• • Distinguish between different slopes within a single piecewise linear function
• • Identify and interpret discontinuities within a single piecewise linear function, within the context of a modeling situation
  

MORE>>