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Course Description Mathematics (Primary/Junior) Part 1 offers opportunities to explore a variety of manipulative materials and to develop a balanced, rich, and challenging mathematics program for students in grades 1 to 6. Candidates explore issues such as increasing communication in mathematics, developmentally appropriate curriculum, gaining confidence in teaching and learning mathematics, and problem-solving skills. Organization …

Course Description Mathematics (Primary/Junior) Part 2 builds on Part I by offering candidates an opportunity to undertake a classroom-centered action research project in mathematics. Teachers receive instruction on research techniques: completing a literature review, setting the problem, designing and implementing the methodology, gathering data, writing, then presenting the research. Collaboratively, candidates learn from the the …

Course Description Mathematics (Primary/Junior) Part 3 builds on Parts 1 and 2 and focuses on leadership in Primary/Junior Mathematics at the board or district level. Candidates explore strategies to implement large scale projects and initiatives in Mathematics, and to support teachers’ professional learning as they implement curriculum and improve students’ numeracy skills. Part of the …