UNL, ESU 16 offer math course for elementary teachers
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. Math 804P for grades K-5 teachers will be offered in North Platte 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 description for the North Platte course from June 6-10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
MATH 804P: Problem Solving & Critical Thinking for Elementary Teachers – Class # 3225, Sec # 954, Instructor: Chuck Friesen, UNL
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.
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. For all NMSSI course offerings, see: http://scimath.unl.edu/nmssi
Email Marilyn Johnson at marilyn.johnson@unl.edu with any questions.
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