TARGET AUDIENCE: K-5
MATH 896/804P: Problem Solving & Critical Thinking for Elementary Teachers
LOCATIONS:
Lincoln: July 8-12, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Class # 2972, Section # 691)
Omaha: July 8-12, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Class # 3260, Section # 962)
The course seeks to build a strong foundation for the teaching and communication of mathematical concepts by the hands-on development of critical-thinking skills via problem-solving experiences. It provides a guided opportunity for the implementation of problem-solving instruction that is aligned with the new Nebraska mathematics standards in both the primary (K-2) and intermediate (3-5) elementary classroom.
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking for Elementary Teachers was designed and first taught by Kyla Hall, a fifth-grade teacher for Lincoln Public Schools and Math in the Middle graduate, with support provided by a UNL mathematics graduate student and a faculty member. In Summer 2013, Kyla will teach the course in Lincoln and fellow Math in the Middle graduate Phil LaFleur of OPS will teach the Omaha section.
Here is what teachers who took the class in Summer 2011 had to say about the benefits of the course and Kyla's instruction:
"I am leaving with fantastic resources. I have an understanding of the math and how to implement problem solving. I think the handouts are incredibly valuable."
"Looking at the NeSA and objective cards for second and fourth grade plus standards gives me a better idea of what they already know and where I need to get them."
"Kyla knows her math inside and out!"
"This course expanded my confidence and challenged me to challenge my students at a deeper level."
"It cemented the idea I love math!"
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/nmssi