Math 75XP - Mathematics and Pedagogy for Teaching Middle School Mathematics

Math 75XP is a 3-unit seminar course designed to expose students to current issues in middle school mathematics education. Students will learn pedagogical strategies for teaching middle school mathematics and examine the middle school mathematics curriculum from a pedagogical perspective. Includes exploration of topics in grades six through eight mathematics from a professional perspective, practice with effective teaching strategies for all learners, and discussion of current research and standards in mathematics education. 

 

 

Field Experience: Observations in a Middle School

Students will observe and help out with mathematics teaching in a local middle school during the quarter in which they take Math 75XP. Students will keep field notes of their observations and discuss them in the Math 75XP seminar. The field experience requirement is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours per week; 20 hours total during the quarter.

We have several partner middle schools (Emerson Community School, New West Charter School, Lincoln Middle School, John Adams Middle School). All of our partner schools are accessible via a single Big Blue Bus ride. It is not a requirement to have a car to get to your internship site. We do not provide nor reimburse for transportation.

 

 

 

 

Prerequisites

Students should be making regular progress toward a STEM major (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Other majors are welcome to apply and your eligibility is based on the amount of math classes you have completed.