MED 703 - Teaching and Learning K-12 Mathematics
History, Policy, and the Future of K-12 Mathematics Education
Tuesday, 18 November 2008
(1.1) Discussion of web investigations: Integration of mathematics and other topics in K-12 teaching and learning. [history, funding, policy, practice]

HOMEWORK: Continue work in preparing for 11/20 class; continue reading books (report book and overview book).

Thursday, 20 November 2008
(2.1) Discussion of library investigation: History and rhythm of educational policy change processes in the United States.

HOMEWORK:

  • Develop summary (2-sheets, max) for chosen topic in Informal and Alternate K-12 mathematics education environments [museums, broadcast media, prisons, state hospitals, alternate high schools, students with special needs (e.g., cognitive/psychological challenges, use of IEPs, gifted and talented education (GATE), English language learners (ELL), etc.), funding opportunities (e.g., NSF, U.S. Dept. of Ed.), etc.].
  • Prepare 1-page handout on overview book. Bring 8 copies to class on 11/25.
Tuesday, 25 November 2008
(3.1) Discussion of book overview readings.
(3.2) NOTE: "Midterm" of postings of work in course to chapter threads due by 8pm Mountain Time 12/5/08 on Blackboard.

HOMEWORK: TBD

Thursday, 27 November 2008
School Holiday - Thanksgiving
Tuesday, 02 December 2008
(4.1) Discussion of Informal and Alternate K-12 mathematics education.

HOMEWORK: TBD

Thursday, 04 December 2008
(5.1) Discussion of Informal and Alternate K-12 mathematics education.

(5.2) NOTE: "Midterm" of postings of work in course to chapter threads due by 8pm Mountain Time 12/5/08 on Blackboard.

Monday, 08 December 2008
Final Exam, 8:00am to 10:30am. Presentation of book reports. Group question and answer sessions for each of the seven books read by course participants.