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The Intersection of MET II Content Domains and Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching in Mathematics Content for Elementary Teachers Courses

Authors :
Max, Brooke
Amstutz, Molly
Source :
Issues in the Undergraduate Mathematics Preparation of School Teachers. Feb 2019 1.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

Mathematics content for elementary teachers (MCfET) courses generally provide prospective elementary teachers (PTs) with opportunities to engage with mathematical content and consider it from a teacher's perspective, yet little is known about the intended curriculum of such courses. Findings from an analysis of MCfET course activities using the Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching framework indicated that activities developing the "Mathematical Education of Teachers II" recommended content domains of Geometry and Measurement & Data provided fewer opportunities for PTs to develop specialized content knowledge (SCK) than arithmetic- and algebraic-based activities. This led to recommendations of research on developing SCK in MCfET courses.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2165-7874
Volume :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Issues in the Undergraduate Mathematics Preparation of School Teachers
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1206232
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research