MA-440 Problem Based Mathematics Education
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Linda Gurvin Opheim
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Subject didactics in Teacher Education Level 1-7, 2-year Master’s Programme
- Master's 5-Year Programme in Teacher Education, level 1-7
Teaching language
NorwegianPrerequisites
Completed 60 ECTS credits in mathematics
Course contents
The course is problem-based and provides and introduction to problem solving, exploration and modelling and applications as work methods in mathematics. In the course, the students themselves work with different methods, and they shall reflect and analyse how different methods can be organized for the use of work-methods in the school`s mathematics education. Related to the current curriculum for 1 to 7th grade. The course includes self-reflection and discussion of literature. Work is carried out on key concepts in mathematical thinking, training in process description, communication of methods of thinking and solutions in mathematical problems solving and modelling. The course enables self-reflection throughout the semester by writing a portfolio. It includes student presentation of assignments from the portfolio.
The subject in practice During the 5 days in teaching practice, it will be arranged for the student to gain experience with the use of various teaching resources in mathematics and student-active teaching methods.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student
has knowledge of problem solving and exploration as a method of teaching mathematics and is able to communicate his/her work with emphasis on both process and product
has knowledge of modelling and applications as a method of teaching mathematics and is able to communicate his/her work with emphasis on both process and product
conveys a reflective attitude towards own mathematical thinking
can design and analyse tasks and assignments for pupils from 1 to 7th grade in school that can enhance ability to solve problems and explore mathematics
can design and analyse tasks and assignments for pupils from 1 to 7th grade in school that can enhance ability to modelling and explore applications
can reflect upon problem solving activities with respect to the curriculum and core elements in mathematics
can reflect upon problem modelling activities with respect to the curriculum and core elements in mathematics
Examination requirements
The teacher education students
approved attendance in the course
approved portfolio collection of mathematical tasks (see Canvas for more information)
approved practice
Other students
approved attendance in the course
approved portfolio collection of mathematical tasks (see Canvas for more information)
approved didactic work of similar scope as practice
Teaching methods
Joint teaching, work in small groups, compulsory assignments, oral presentations. Digital software is used where appropriate.
Requirements for minimum 70% compulsory participation.
The course has an expected scope of work of 267 hours.
It is included 5 days practice for the teacher education students. This is a preparation for the teaching practice in the 8th semester.
Other students will perform a didactic work of similar scope as practice.
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
A portfolio (counts for 50%) and oral individual exam (counts for 50%). Graded assessment.
Information about the content of the portfolio will be given in Canvas by the start of the semester. There will not be arranged a postponed exam for the portfolio.
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-424 – Working Methods in Mathematics | 10 |