The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Master's 5-Year Programme in Teacher Education, level 5-10

Teaching language

Norwegian

Course contents

Central mathematical topics on the middle and lower secondary schools, with special emphasis on algebra. Using digital tools. Discussion of issues related to the teaching and learning of mathematics in middle and secondary schools.

The subject in practice
The teacher as both mediator and tutor in mathematics. Develop skills as described above in the learning outcomes. Sharing experience in the aftermath of the internship.

Learning outcomes

KNOWLEDGE
After completing the course the student has knowledge

  • about algebra central importance of mathematics, both as languages ¿¿and tools, and how algebra can be used in appropriate ways in different situations

  • about number systems and arithmetic, with special emphasis on the bill with fractional and decimal and percentage calculations

  • of the function concept, with emphasis on different forms of representation

  • of measurements and calculations, with an emphasis on geometry

  • of the concept of probability and basic probability calculations

  • of descriptive statistics

  • about the use of digital tools, including spreadsheets and digital network resources

  • about mathematics content in primary and transition to secondary, as described in the current plans, and of the subjects assessment

  • on basic skills as discussed in the curriculum for the school and how they are expressed in mathematics in school

  • about different ways of working and learning materials, digital and other, related to mathematics teaching - as well as opportunities and constraints associated with these

  • the mathematical difficulties and affective aspects of mathematics

  • of some Norwegian mathematics education sites and -journals

  • about basic principles of programming

SKILLS
After completing the course, the student

  • give students good examples, good explanations and good guidance related to mathematical concepts, calculations and exploration tasks in Grades 5-10

  • use mathematics education theories that support to plan, implement and evaluate teaching mathematics in Grades 5-10, and use different ways of working and different teaching aids, digital and others, focusing on being a good leader in the teaching situation

  • assess pupils' achievement, both informally and through the use of samples

  • prevent and detect learning difficulties in mathematics as well as facilitate coping in all pupils, including those high performing students

GENERAL PRACTICE

  • After completing the course, the student reflect didactic about teaching key topics of mathematics at step 5-10, as well as reflect addition of pupils total learning situation - and thus be more than just a math tutor

Examination requirements

The student must have approved practice, and other compulsory parts of the course (as stated at the start of the course). For single-standing students, requirements for passing practice are replaced by requirements for passed didactic work.

Teaching methods

Communal Lectures, seminars hours, work in small groups. It is included 15 days practice for primary school student teachers. Single Subject Students will perform a didactic work of similar scope as practice. Teaching methods include working with digital tools. The requirement for a minimum of 70% attendance and requirements for submissions and tests (given at baseline). Single-student students are exempted from the requirement of 70% attendance, but must attend compulsory submissions and tests, as well as what is required to complete compulsory submissions.The course has an expected workload of around 800 hours.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam part 1: 6-hour written examination; mainly mathematical competence. Counts for 2/3 of the total grade.

Exam part 2: Oral exam; both mathematics education and mathematical skills. Counts for 1/3 of the total grade.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
MA-146 – Mathematics 1: Basic Course (Grades 5-10) 15
Last updated from FS (Common Student System) July 1, 2024 1:53:57 AM