University Catalog 2014-2015

University of Colorado Boulder

EDUC-5820 (3) Teaching K-12 Mathematics: Algebraic Thinking

Uses reform-based mathematics curricula to engage participants in algebraic thinking, to reflect on their own knowledge of algebraic concepts, and to examine pedagogical ideas that can foster K-12 students' algebraic thinking and learning. Algebraic topics include patterning, variable, functions, multiple representations, equality, and solving linear and systems of equations.