BMT1202 Pedagogy of Mathematics I

This course will equip prospective teachers with knowledge and skills to teach math in primary schools. They will become familiar with the math curriculum and expected student learning outcomes. Prospective teachers will learn to use a variety of instructional methods that promote active learning of math, including making and using teaching and learning materials. They will plan math lessons and activities and practice teaching math with peers. 

Course Objectives
By the end of the course, the student teacher should be able to:

• Identify the usefulness of mathematics in everyday life and hence develop positive attitude towards it
• Strengthen his/her pedagogical skills in the teaching of primary school mathematics
• Develop and practice putative skills.

Learning Outcomes 
At the end of the course, the prospective teachers will be able to:  

• Describe the nature, history and development of mathematics at primary schools
• Acquire the skills and competencies required for the teaching of mathematics at primary schools.
• Apply effectively the various methods of teaching mathematics 
• Know and use techniques and strategies of teaching mathematics at primary schools
• Make and use teaching/learning aids effectively