M 234 - Higher Mathematics for K-8 Teachers

Credit(s): 3

Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or better in M 132 or Math Department consent.
This course focuses on the study of algebra, number theory, probability and statistics for prospective elementary and middle school teachers. Topics include proportional reasoning, functions, elementary number theory, statistical modeling and inference, and elementary probability theory. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes

Use mathematical techniques to problem solve.
Apply algebra in many forms (e.g. as a symbolic language, as generalized arithmetic, as a study of functions, relations and variation) and use algebra to model physical situations and solve problems.
Explain proportionality and its invariant properties.
Apply number theory concepts and theorems including greatest common factors, least common divisors, properties of prime and composite numbers, and test for divisibility.
Represent, analyze and interpret data.
Simulate random events and describe expected features of random variation.
Distinguish between theoretical and experimental probability and determine probability in a given situation.