EME 302

Course ID:

Course Code & Number

EME 302

Course Title

Technology in Mathematics Education

Level

BS

Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits

(2+2+0) 3 TEDU Credits, 6 ECTS Credits

Year of Study:

Junior

Semester:

Spring

Type of Course:

Compulsory

Mode of Delivery:

Face-to-face

Language of Instruction:

English

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::

Catalog Description

Benefits and limitations of using educational technologies in mathematics. Using interfaces of the software of technological tools and resources. Integration of the new and developing educational technology such as web-based software, dynamic software, graphical tools (CBR), simulations, calculators. Design, and critique technology- enhanced mathematical activities.

Course Objectives

This course aimed to have a deep understanding about the best practices for use of educational technology in the classroom and prepare prospective teachers who use a variety of resource materials such as software, print materials, technology, and activity files to enhance the learning of mathematics. In addition to these, the main issues related to the use of appropriate technology to support the learning of mathematics and the role of online platforms and social media in teaching. 

Software Usage

Course Learning Outcomes

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

1. Have an understanding about the issues regarding the integration of technology in mathematics learning and teaching.
2. Have knowledge of current research related to the use of technology for instruction in the mathematics classrooms.
3. Have a deep understanding of the characteristics of good lessons and strategies when using technology
4. Use resources and materials available to assist in designing, delivering, and assessing technology-enhanced instruction in the elementary mathematics curriculum.
5. Have a competence with at least one mathematics-specific technology that is in use in mathematics classrooms.
6. Gain a point of view on the issues of classroom management in technology enhanced lessons
7. Have a grasp of issues related to assessment when technology is an integral part of instruction.

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:

Discussion/Debate Reading Scaffolding/Coaching Demonstrating Collaborating Predict-Observe-Explain Microteaching Simulation & Games Web Searching Others

Assessment Methods and Criteria:

Case Studies / Homework Observation Others

Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:

Lab exercises, technology enhanced math lesson plan, microteaching, reflection paper

Design Content

Recommended Reading

Required Reading

Grading

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:

Using Software Programs, Reflective Practice

Course Coordinator:

Student Workload:

Workload	Hrs
Course Readings	28
Observation	1
Lab Applications	12
Resource Review	3
Report on a Topic	20

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