CI 514 Enhancing Algebraic Thinking: Patterns & Functions
Course Description
Discover how patterns lead to functions, learn to read tables and graphs to interpret change, and use algebraic notation to write rules. With emphasis on linear functions, explore nonlinear functions, examine how function features are seen in graphs, tables, or rules. Student thinking is at the center of this course.
Required Text
Schifter, D., Bastable, V., & Russell S. J. (2019). Patterns, functions, and change casebook. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Course Schedule
Instructors: Shereen Horton and Amy McQueen
Dates: Mondays, January 8 through March 18, 4:30-7:30 pm;
Locations: The Math Learning Center, 8564 SW Locust, Portland, 97223 or online synchronous
Print and Online Resources
Cuevas, G. J., & Yeatts, K. (2001). Navigating through algebra in grades 3 – 5. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Friel, S., Rachlin, S., & Doyle, D. (2001). Navigating through algebra in grades 6 – 8. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Greenes, C., Cavanagh, M., Dacey, L., Findell, C., & Small, M. (2001). Navigating through algebra in prekindergarten – grade 2. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. (2000). Principles and standards for school mathematics. Author. http://standards.nctm.org.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. (2006). Curriculum focal points for prekindergarten through grade 8 mathematics.Author. http://standards.nctm.org.
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and Council of Chief State School Officers (2010). Common core state standards for mathematics. Author. http://www.corestandards.org/Math.
Understanding Language. (2013a). Key principles for ELL instruction. http://ell.stanford.edu/.
Understanding Language. (2013b). Guidelines for mathematics instructional materials development. http://ell.stanford.edu/.
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