TARGET AUDIENCE: grades K-5 teachers
MATH 804P: Problem Solving & Critical Thinking for Elementary Teachers
DATES/LOCATIONS: July 18-22, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Omaha (Class # 3061); June 6-10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. North Platte (Class # 3225); and July 11-15, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grand Island (Class # 12448)
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.