Materials & Resources
Required Text
You will use this text in this course and in MEDU 530: Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School.
The required text is on reserve at the UTK library, but the library version is the 1st edition. So the readings might be slightly different.
Supplemental readings:
Additional readings will be posted here.
Required Equipment & Materials
During class, we will technology (e.g., google docs) and course readings for in-class activities. Please bring a device that you can use to access the internet and google docs, slides, etc., and bring either electronic or physical copies of the assigned readings for the week.
Resources for Completing Assignments
Instructional Resources Center (IRC – 424 Claxton): PC and Mac computers are available for student use. Other resources include laminating, paper cutters, die cutters for shapes and letters, and spiral binding equipment. http://isc.utk.edu
Professional magazines/journals are located in the UT library and online through the Hodges library databases. Teaching Children Mathematics (TCM), Teaching Mathematics in the Middle School (TMMS) and Mathematics Teacher (MT) are excellent NCTM publications offering ideas for practicing teachers. Children's literature books relating to mathematics concepts can be found in local public libraries or school libraries.
APA formatting: FAQ & Formatting Guide
For technical issues, contact the OIT HelpDesk via phone (865) 974-9900 or online at http://help.utk.edu/.
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