Course Listings/Descriptions

MAE - Mathematics Education

MAE 2810 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Basic operations, number systems, numeration, metrics, elementary geometry and probability. Designed primarily for teachers in elementary education. Student must have satisfied the Basic Math Skills requirement.

MAE 4310 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School . . . . . 3(F,S,SS)
Theory and methods for teaching mathematics in the elementary school; contemporary approaches to teaching concepts, number systems, numeration systems, computational algorithms, problem solving, informal geometry, measurement and other topics. Admitted to Teacher Education and permission of instructor is required. Prerequisite: EDE 4221.

MAE 4320 Teaching Mathematics in the Middle School . . . . . 2(F)
Theory and methods of teaching mathematics in the middle school; contemporary approaches to teaching concepts, number systems, numeration systems, computational algorithms, problem solving, informal geometry, measurement and other topics. Includes observation/participation in appropriate school settings. Admitted to Teacher Education is required. Prerequisite: MAE 2810 or equivalent with "C" or better. Corequisite: EDM 4943.

MAE 4321 Teaching Geometry in the Middle School . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)
Theory and methods for teaching geometry in the middle school; contemporary approaches to teaching geometrical concepts; emphasis on informal and experimental approaches to geometry; lab experiences including the utilization of appropriate software and technology. Admitted to Teacher Education and informal geometry course or equivalent is required prior to taking this course.

MAE 4330 Exploring Secondary School Mathematics . . . . . 3(F)
Procedures, practices and content of mathematics in the secondary school. (Does not count toward concentration in mathematics; meets State of Florida certification requirements for special methods in mathematics.) Prerequisite: ESE 3321C, MHF 3202, MTG 3212 and MAS 3105, MAS 4203 or MAS 4301.

MAE 5922 Workshop in Mathematics . . . . . 3(CALL DEPT)

MAE 6115C Teaching Mathematics in Elementary Education . . . . . 3(SS)
Analysis and evaluation of new programs and practices in teaching elementary school mathematics, including study of effects of these programs on teaching methods and materials; lab experiences including design, field testing and evaluation of activity-oriented lessons in mathematics and development of competence in the use of teaching aids in mathematics instruction; contemporary approaches to teaching elementary mathematics concepts and problem solving; development of competence in the use of alternative assessment techniques. Admitted to Teacher Education is required.

MAE 6339 Teaching Algebraic and Geometric Concepts . . . . . 3(F)
Concepts found in secondary mathematics textbooks in algebra and geometry will be explored from an advanced standpoint. Similarities and differences in the teaching of these two subjects will be addressed. Prerequisite: MTG 3212. Pre/Corequisite: MAS 5311.

MAE 6361 Teaching Mathematics in Middle Level and Secondary Education . . . . . 3(S)
Assists middle and secondary level teachers to develop theoretical understanding and skills necessary to teach in a manner consistent with current reform efforts in mathematics education. Focuses on components of understanding mathematics teaching and learning: 1) how students learn mathematics; 2) the role of the teacher in delivering effective mathematics lessons. Admitted to Teacher Education and permission of instructor is required. Credit may not be earned in both MAE 6360 and MAE 6361. Corequisite: EDM/ESE 6944.

MAE 6655 Computer Applications in Secondary School Mathematics . . . . . 3(S)
Methods and techniques for using the computer in the mathematics classroom. Knowledge of a computer language is required. Prerequisite: MAS 3105.

MAE 6865 Using History of Mathematics to Teach Mathematics . . . . . 3(S)
Historical origins and evolution of key mathematical concepts. Contributions of great mathematicians. Applications to classroom. Permission of instructor is required.

MAE 6930 Proseminar in Mathematics Education . . . . . 1(F,S)
Each M.A. or M.A.T. candidate (except those who choose the thesis option), shall, under the direction of a project advisor, independently investigate a topic or topics in mathematics/statistics or mathematics education through the study of journal articles or other appropriate sources. The candidate shall submit a formal written report and make an oral presentation of the results of his/her investigations. The goal of the proseminar is to provide students an opportunity to integrate the total experience gained during their graduate training. Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Admission to M.A. candidacy and permission of instructor is required.

MAE 8980 Ed.D. Dissertation in Mathematics Education . . . . . 18(F,S,SS)
Major independent research designed especially for candidates in the Ed. D. curriculum and instruction program with specialization in mathematics/statistics; mathematics education. This dissertation will reflect intensive research produced by the student and collaboratively developed with the student's graduate committee. Graded on satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis only. Admission to candidacy and permission of Dissertation advisor is required.


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