MAT 150 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I GCU

MAT 150 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I GCU
MAT 150 Full Course Discussions GCU
MAT 150 Topic 1 DQ 1
In your own words, describe the four-step problem-solving process. Explain why each step is important. Create a simple problem that could be used in a classroom and demonstrate how you would use each of the four steps to solve this problem. How would you teach this process in the classroom?
MAT 150 Topic 1 DQ 2
Identify at least five different problem-solving strategies. Discuss when and how you would use each of these strategies to solve a problem. Create a problem, then select an appropriate strategy and describe how you would teach a student to use this strategy to solve the problem.
MAT 150 Topic 2 DQ 1
Discuss various methods you might use to teach the commutative property and the associative property of addition. Explain how these properties are used in everyday life and why they are important to understand.
MAT 150 Topic 2 DQ 2
In your own words, explain the division algorithm. Pick two examples that you would use in class to explain this algorithm. Why did you pick those examples?
MAT 150 Topic 3 DQ 1
Discuss various models for integer multiplication and division. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method? Which method would you use to teach this topic?
MAT 150 Topic 3 DQ 2
Discuss the divisibility rules for the numbers 2 through 10. What is the value of knowing and understanding these rules? Give an example of how you would use these rules.
MAT 150 Topic 4 DQ 1
How would you teach the concept of multiplication of fractions? If a student doesn’t understand it this way, what alternate method can you use?
MAT 150 Topic 4 DQ 2
What are equivalent fractions? Explain how two fractions can be equivalent. Give practical examples of fractions that are equivalent. How would you teach this concept to a class?
MAT 150 Topic 5 DQ 1
Explain how the base 10 number system works. How would you teach the notion of place value to a class? How are decimal numbers related to rational numbers? When is a decimal number also a rational number?
MAT 150 Topic 5 DQ 2
Explain the process of decimal multiplication and division. Explain the mathematical justification for moving the decimal point when performing decimal division.
MAT 150 Topic 6 DQ 1
In your own words, explain the concept of a variable. Discuss how you can teach a class about the use of variables and how they can be used to create an algebraic expression.
MAT 150 Topic 6 DQ 2
In your own words, explain the concept of a variable. Discuss how you can teach a class about the use of variables and how they can be used to create an algebraic expression.
MAT 150 Topic 7 DQ 1
Out of the concepts you have studied in this course, choose one that you feel would be particularly difficult for students to understand. Provide a concrete real-world situation or example to help illustrate this concept.
MAT 150 Topic 7 DQ 2
It is necessary to have a good understanding of mathematics in order to teach it. Who do you think would make a better math teacher: a person who has natural mathematical talent and understands concepts easily without making mistakes, or a person who had to struggle to gain their understanding of math and learn to avoid making mistakes?
MAT 150 Full Course Assignments GCU
MAT 150 Topic 2 Project 1: Lesson Plan
Design a lesson plan on one subject from Topic 1 or 2 from the list that is provided by your instructor. Include the following:
Overview: Write an introduction to the class activity. Include the purpose of the activity and desired outcome.
Objectives: The objectives should be specific and measurable.
Time: How long will the activity take when implemented in the classroom?
Materials: Describe any materials that are needed to conduct the lesson.
Activity: Provide a detailed description of the activity. Write all steps from the instruction of the assessment.
Your lesson plan may be in any form approved by the instructor.
GCU style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
Refer to “Lesson Plan Scoring Guide,” prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the for assistance.
MAT 150 Topic 5 Project 2: Lesson Plan
Design a lesson plan on one subject from Topic 3, 4 or 5 from the list that is provided by your instructor. Include the following:
Overview: Write an introduction to the class activity. Include the purpose of the activity and desired outcome.
Objectives: The objectives should be specific and measurable.
Time: How long will the activity take when implemented in the classroom?
Materials: Describe any materials that are needed to conduct the lesson.
Activity: Provide a detailed description of the activity. Write all steps from the instruction of the assessment.
Your lesson plan may be in any form approved by the instructor.
GCU style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
Refer to “Lesson Plan Scoring Guide,” prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the for assistance.
MAT 150 Topic 7 Final Project: Lesson Plan and Presentation-Online
Design a lesson plan and presentation on one subject from Topics 1-6, provided in the list of topics from your instructor. This is a group assignment consisting at most three students per group. You will also create and give a presentation on your lesson plan. Your instructor will provide suggested lesson plan topics.
Include the following:
Overview: Write an introduction to the class activity. Include the purpose of the activity and desired outcome.
Objectives: The objectives should be specific and measurable.
Time: How long will the activity take when implemented in the classroom?
Materials: Describe any materials that are needed to conduct the lesson.
Activity: Provide a detailed description of the activity. Write all steps from the instruction of the assessment.
Presentation: Complete a PowerPoint presentation to be used in class to teach the lesson plan.
Notes: The PowerPoint should include presentation notes.
Your lesson plan may be in any form approved by the instructor.
GCU style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
Refer to “Final Project: Lesson Plan and Presentation Scoring Guide” prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.