TARGET AUDIENCE: grades K-5 teachers
MATH 804P: Problem Solving & Critical Thinking for Elementary Teachers – DATES/LOCATIONS: June 1-5 and 8-12, 8 a.m. to noon (Class # 3456), Lincoln; June 1-5, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Class # 3457), Omaha; and June 8-12, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Class # 3711), McCook
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.