Three graduate courses for elementary teachers available in Omaha this summer
The Nebraska Math and Science Summer Institutes (NMSSI) offer fellowships for graduate mathematics and pedagogy courses that are in a weeklong format to help you take advantage of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's professional development opportunities conveniently and affordably. Three courses for elementary teachers will be offered in Omaha this summer.
Fellowships worth $300 are available now to help pay for tuition! Apply here: http://go.unl.edu/scimathapply.
As follows are the course dates, times and descriptions:
June 1-5, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
MATH 804P: Problem Solving and Critical Thinking in the Elementary Classroom – Class # 3457, Sec # 952 (Location: Central High, to be confirmed)
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.
July 6-10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
TEAC 890: Responsive Instruction in the (Elementary) Mathematics Classroom – Class # 15451, Sec # 951 (Location: Papillion-La Vista School District Offices)
The new Nebraska state and Common Core standards for mathematics are based largely on learning progressions. Thus, the aim of this course is to familiarize elementary teachers with mathematical learning progressions by utilizing a set of frameworks developed to provide teachers with a way to analyze student thinking and respond with instruction that guides students through the "next steps" needed to advance and deepen understanding.
July 13-17, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
MATH 803P: Algebraic Thinking for the Elementary Classroom – Class # 3455, Sec # 961 (Location: Central High, to be confirmed)
Discussion will revolve around student understanding of Algebraic properties of mathematics as participants examine case studies, video segments and student work samples. Participants will explore instructional strategies for fostering Algebraic thinking that are appropriate for both the primary (K-2) and intermediate (3-5) elementary classrooms.
The Benefits of the NMSSI:
• Nebraska teachers automatically qualify for a 20 percent discount on in-state tuition at UNL
• Teachers can also apply for an additional $300 tuition fellowship from the NMSSI: http://go.unl.edu/scimathapply.
• All NMSSI courses also include a free lunch on each day of class
• The $50 UNL Graduate Studies admission fee is waived for current Nebraska teachers
• Each course is worth 3 graduate credit hours at UNL
• Enroll in one simple application through Teach Nebraska: http:///www.unl.edu/gradstudies/teachneb
Enroll now to secure your spot in class and apply for a $300 NMSSI Fellowship before the funds run out! See application steps in story below.
Email Lindsay Augustyn at nebraskamath@unl.edu with any questions.
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