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EDUC 222Mathematics Learning and Teaching in Elementary Classrooms

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

This course is required for the multiple subject credential. Examines constructivist and sociocultural approaches to the learning and teaching of mathematics in elementary classrooms, including the nature of mathematics and theories of how children learn mathematics. Provides an introduction to mathematics teaching standards and a critical overview of curricula, instructional theories, and multiple approaches to teaching the "big ideas" in elementary mathematics.

Prerequisites

Enrollment is restricted to MA/credential students.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Seminar
Tue Thu 3:15pm–4:45pm
McHenry Clrm 1253S. R. JaggarOpen 17/25

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Seminar
Tue 9:30am–12:30pm
McHenry Clrm 1253P. TanOpen 31/35

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Paulo Tan4.9 / 51.7 / 5100%7

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