Course ID:
Course Code & Number
EMT 290
Course Title
Teaching Mathematics Through Play
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::
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Game and game types. The importance of games in mathematics teaching. Theoretical approaches regarding using games in mathematics teaching. Mind games and types of mind games. Examination of Mind Games Course (an elective course for elementary grades) Curriculum. Integration of mind games to mathematics teaching. Technology supported math games.
Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to provide students understanding of game and use of games in mathematics education. By analyzing games and their usage from different perspectives, students will have an opportunity to gain deep understanding about appropriate integration of games into instructional process of mathematics.
Software Usage
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- explain features of games and types of games,
- discuss the importance of games in mathematics teaching and learning,
- explain different theoretical approaches regarding using games in mathematics teaching,
- practice playing mind games related with mathematics,
- investigate technology supported math games,
- design mathematics instruction process requiring playing game.
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Discussion/Debate
Questioning
Problem Solving
Inquiry
Collaborating
Think-Pair-Share
Simulation & Games
Brainstorming
Guest Speakers
Hands-on Activities
Web Searching
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Self Evaluation
Peer Evaluation
Presentation (Oral/Poster)
Performance Project (Written, Oral)
Others
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Project
Design Content
Recommended Reading
Required Reading
Grading
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
Course Coordinator:
Dr. Zerrin Toker
Student Workload:
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Workshop | 10 |
| Hands-on Work | 10 |
| Oral Presentation | 10 |
Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching: