EMT 280

Course ID:

Course Code & Number

EMT 280

Course Title

Project-Based Learning in Mathematics Education

Level

BS

Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits

(1+2+0) 2 TEDU Credits, 3 ECTS Credits

Year of Study:

Semester:

Type of Course:

Elective

Mode of Delivery:

Face-to-face

Language of Instruction:

English

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::

Catalog Description

Definition and types of project. Theoretical framework of project-based learning. Benefits and limitations of project-based learning. Implementation phases of project-based learning. Roles of learner and teacher in project-based learning. Evaluation of project-based learning. Similarities and differences between project-based learning and problem- based learning approaches. Implementation examples of project-based learning. Development of a project-based learning proposal in mathematics lessons.

Course Objectives

The aim of this course is to provide students with a deep understanding of theoretical framework, benefits and limitations of project-based learning. In addition to this, students will gain information about implementation and evaluation phases of project-based learning in mathematics education. Students will be actively involved in developing a project-based learning proposal.

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Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. identify properties and types of projects,
2. discuss theoretical framework of project-based learning in mathematics education,
3. distinguish the relationship between project-based learning and problem-based learning,
4. recognize the implementation phases of project-based learning,
5. examine the project-based learning examples in mathematics teaching,
6. interpret the evaluation process of project-based learning in mathematics classes,
7. prepare project-based learning proposal regarding mathematics teaching.

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:

Telling/Explaining Discussion/Debate Questioning Reading Scaffolding/Coaching Problem Solving Inquiry Collaborating Case Study/Scenarion Analysis Concept Mapping Brainstorming Guest Speakers Hands-on Activities Web Searching

Assessment Methods and Criteria:

Case Studies / Homework Peer Evaluation Presentation (Oral/Poster) Performance Project (Written, Oral) Others

Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:

Project and Hands-on Activity

Design Content

Recommended Reading

Required Reading

Grading

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Zerrin Toker

Student Workload:

Workload	Hrs
Hands-on Work	10
Resource Review	5
Case Study Analysis	10
Oral Presentation	5

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