Philosophy of the M302 Linking Courses:
The M302 / M502 Mathematics Throughout the Curriculum courses are based on the belief that mathematics teachers are more effective when they understand the connections between college-level mathematics and 7th – 12th grade mathematics. In making these connections, we believe it is important for linking-course students to experience instruction that is based on problem-solving activities and conceptual learning.
Goals of the M302 Linking Courses:
- Make connections between college-level and 7 – 12 mathematics.
- Make intra-disciplinary and interdisciplinary connections in 7 – 12 mathematics
- Understand how concepts grow into the formal topics of college-level math and how informal experience with those concepts is important in grades 7 – 12.
- Use advanced mathematics and technology to design problems and lessons appropriate for students in 7 – 12 mathematics.