MATE 353

Course Code & Number

MATE 353

Course Title

Communication in Mathematics Classrooms

Level

BS

Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits

(2+0+0) 2 TEDU Credits, 4 ECTS Credits

Type of Course:

Elective

Mode of Delivery:

Face-to-face

Language of Instruction:

English

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite:

Catalog Description

Recognizing that mathematics is a language with its own symbols and terminology, using the symbols and terms of mathematics effectively and correctly, using mathematical language in mathematics itself and in an appropriate and effective way in different disciplines and life, expressing mathematical ideas using different forms of representation such as concrete model, shape, picture, graphic, table, symbol etc. expressing mathematical thoughts verbally and by writing, connecting daily language with mathematical language and symbols, connecting mathematical language with daily language and symbols; interpreting the accuracy and meaning of mathematical ideas.

Course Objectives

The aim of this course is to provide students understanding of the role of communication in mathematics classrooms. The students will understand that mathematics is a kind of language and widely used in different disciplines and life. 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Appreciate that mathematics is a language having its own symbols and terminology.
2. Use the terminology of mathematics appropriately and correctly.
3. Exemplify the use of knowledge of terminology of mathematics in other disciplines and life.
4. Express different mathematical ideas using different forms of representations.
5. Express mathematical thoughts verbally and by writing.
6. Connect daily language with mathematical language and symbols.
7. Interpret the accuracy and meaning of mathematical ideas. 

Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:

Lesson Design

Recommended Reading

1. Chronaki, A., & Christiansen, I. M. (Eds.). (2006). Challenging perspectives on mathematics classroom communication. IAP.
2. Rinaldi, N. J. (2013). Communication and Creativity in the Math Classroom: Non-traditional Activities and Strategies that Stress Life Skills. R&L Education.
3. Cobb, P., Yackel, E., & McClain, K. (Eds.). (2012). Symbolizing and communicating in mathematics classrooms: Perspectives on discourse, tools, and instructional design. Routledge.