EDMA 504 - Building an Effective Elementary Mathematics Curriculum (3)

Elementary-level math sets up the foundation for all higher mathematics and the basic math skills that students will use for their entire adult lives. With so much at stake, how do you ensure students leave your classroom with the knowledge they need to succeed in the future?

In this course, you will learn to develop a strong and robust mathematics curriculum for your K-6 students. Whether you want to change what you teach or how you teach it, you will receive step-by-step advice for how to ensure your curriculum effectively communicates and assesses the skills advised by standards such as Common Core and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). You will cultivate strategies for differentiating instruction, selecting engaging activities, reaching students with diverse learning styles, communicating effectively to both individual students and the entire class, ensuring authentic understanding, and connecting your instruction to district and national standards.

With the knowledge and methods you gain in this course, you will be prepared to offer your students a cohesive and cutting-edge math curriculum with compelling activities and effective teaching strategies.