| Knowledge and Assessment Standards for Teaching Mathematics: | Knowledge | Assessed |
| 8710.4600 G. (4a) make mathematical connections by demonstrating the interconnectedness of the concepts and procedures of mathematics; | 2/26 readings | 2/28 reflection |
| 8710.4600 G. (4b) make mathematical connections by making connections between mathematics and other disciplines; | 2/26 readings | 2/28 reflection |
| 8710.4600 G. (4c) make mathematical connections by making connections between mathematics and daily living; and | 2/26 readings | 2/28 reflection |
| 8710.4600 G. (4d) make mathematical connections by making connections between equivalent representations of the same concept. | 2/26 readings | 2/28 reflection |
| 8710.4600 H.(2) recognize that there are multiple mathematical world views and how the teacher's own view is similar to or different from that of the students; | 2/12 reflection 2/14 readings |
2/14 reflection 2/19 reflection |
| *8710.4600 H.(3a) understand the overall framework of mathematics including the processes and consequences of expanding mathematical systems; | 2/21 reading |
Portfolio |
| *8710.4600 H.(3b) understand the overall framework of mathematics including the examination of the effects of broad ideas, including operations or properties, as these ideas are applied to various systems; | 2/21 reading |
Portfolio |
| *8710.4600 H.(3c) understand the overall framework of mathematics including the examination of the same object from different perspectives; and | 2/21 reading 2/28 reading |
Portfolio 3/04 reflection |
| *8710.4600 H.(3d) understand the overall framework of mathematics including the investigation of the logical reasoning that takes place within a system. | 2/21 reading 3/04 reading |
Portfolio 3/06 reflection |
| 8710.4600 I.(1) understand and apply educational principles relevant to the physical, social, emotional, moral, and cognitive development of preadolescents and adolescents (in the teaching of mathematics); | 2/19 readings 1,2 | Lesson Plans Unit Plans |
| 8710.4600 I.(2) understand and apply the research base for and the best practices of middle level and high school education (in the teaching of mathematics); | 2/19 readings 1,3 | Lesson Plans Unit Plans |
| 8710.4600 I.(3) develop curriculum goals and purposes based on the central concepts of mathematics and know how to apply instructional strategies and materials for achieving student understanding of this discipline; | Lesson Plans Unit Plans |
Lesson Plans Unit Plans |
| 8710.4600 I.(4) understand the role and alignment of district, school, and department mission and goals in program planning (in the teaching of mathematics); | 5/08 guest lecture | 5/13 reflection |
| 8710.4600 I.(5) understand the need for and how to connect students' schooling experiences with everyday life, the workplace, and further educational opportunities (in the teaching of mathematics); | 2/19 readings 1,4 | 5/13 reflection |
| 8710.4600 I.(6) know how to involve representatives of business, industry, and community organizations as active partners in creating educational opportunities (in the teaching of mathematics); | 5/08 guest lecture | 5/13 reflection |
| 8710.4600 I.(7) understand the role and purpose of cocurricular and extracurricular activities in the teaching and learning process (in the teaching of mathematics); | 5/08 guest lecture | 5/13 reflection |
| 8710.4600 I.(8) understand the impact of reading ability on student achievement in mathematics, recognize the varying reading comprehension and fluency levels represented by students, and possess the strategies to assist students to read mathematical content materials more effectively (in the teaching of mathematics); and | 3/06 readings | 3/11 reflection |
| 8710.4600 I.(9) apply the standards of effective practice in teaching students through a variety of early and ongoing clinical experiences with middle level and high school students within a range of educational programming models (in the teaching of mathematics). | Field Experience | Final Exam |
| Effective Practice Standards (K-Knowledge; A-Assessment) | Where Met |
| (K) 8710.2000 10J. identify and use community resources to foster student learning; | 5/08 guest lecture |
| (K) 8710.2000 2D. use a student's strengths as a basis for growth, and a student's errors as opportunities for learning; | 5/06 reading |
| (K) 8710.2000 2E. assess both individual and group performance and design developmentally appropriate instruction that the student's current needs in the cognitive, social, emotional, moral, and physical domains; | 5/06 reading |
| (K) 8710.2000 3P. Bring multiple perspectives to the discussion of subject matter, including attention to a student’s personal, family, and community experiences and cultural norms | 2/19 readings |
| (K) 8710.2000 3P. Bring multiple perspectives to the discussion of subject matter, including attention to a student’s personal, family, and community experiences and cultural norms | Final Exam |
| (K) 8710.2000 4A. Understand Minnesota’s graduation standards and how to implement them; | 3/11, 3/13, 3/18, 3/20: reading 2 |
| (A) 8710.2000 4A. Understand Minnesota’s graduation standards and how to implement them; | Reflections due 3/13, 3/18/, 3/20, 4/01 |
| (K) 8710.2000 4G. Design teaching strategies and materials to achieve different instructional purposes and to meet student needs including developmental stages, prior knowledge, learning styles, and interests; | 4/01 lecture, discussion |
| (A) 8710.2000 4G. Design teaching strategies and materials to achieve different instructional purposes and to meet student needs including developmental stages, prior knowledge, learning styles, and interests; | Lesson Plans, Unit Plans |
| (K) 8710.2000 4H. Use multiple teaching and learning strategies to engage students in active learning opportunities that promote the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance capabilities and that help students assume responsibility for identifying and using learning resources; | All readings in PSSM and Teaching Through Problem Solving |
| (K) 8710.2000 4J. Vary the instructional process to address the content and purposes of instruction and the needs of students; | 2/19 reading 3 All readings in PSSM |
| (A) 8710.2000 4J. Vary the instructional process to address the content and purposes of instruction and the needs of students; | Lesson Plans, Unit Plans |
| (K) 8710.2000 4K. Develop a variety of clear, accurate presentations and representations of concepts, using alternative explanations to assist students’ understanding and present varied perspectives to encourage critical thinking. | 4/01 lecture, discussion. Discussions throughout course. |
| (K) 8710.2000 4L. Use educational technology to broaden student knowledge about technology, to deliver instruction to students at different levels and paces, and to stimulate advanced levels of learning. | Technology use on 3/11, 3/13, 3/18, 3/20. |
| (A) 8710.2000 4L. Use educational technology to broaden student knowledge about technology, to deliver instruction to students at different levels and paces, and to stimulate advanced levels of learning. | Final Exam |
| (K) 8710.2000 5M. engage students in individual and group learning activities that help them develop the motivation to achieve, by relating lessons to students' personal interests, allowing students to have choices in their learning, and leading students to ask questions and pursue problems that are meaningful to them and the learning; | 4/29 reading |
| (K) 8710.2000 6D. know effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques; | 4/29 reading |
| (A) 8710.2000 6D. know effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques; | 5/01 reflection |
| (K) 8710.2000 6I. support and expand learner expression in speaking, writing, and other media; | 3/06 readings |
| (K) 8710.2000 7A. understand learning theory, subject matter, curriculum development, and student development and know how to use this knowledge in planning instruction to meet curriculum goals; | Entire course |
| (A) 8710.2000 7A. understand learning theory, subject matter, curriculum development, and student development and know how to use this knowledge in planning instruction to meet curriculum goals; | Lesson Plans, Unit Plans |
| (K) 8710.2000 7G. evaluate plans in relation to short-range and long-range goals, and systematically adjust plans to meet student needs and enhance learning. | 4/17, 4/22 discussions |
| (K) 8710.2000 8A. be able to assess student performance toward achievement of the Minnesota graduation standards under chapter 3501; | 5/06 reading 3/11, 3/13, 3/18, 3/20: reading 2 |
| (A) 8710.2000 8A. be able to assess student performance toward achievement of the Minnesota graduation standards under chapter 3501; | 5/08 reflection |
| (K) 8710.2000 8E. select, construct, and use assessment strategies, instruments, and technology appropriate to the learning outcomes being evaluated and to other diagnostic purposes; | 5/06 reading, discussion |
| (K) 8710.2000 8F. use assessment to identify student strengths and promote student growth and to maximize student access to learning opportunities; | 55/06 reading, discussion |
| (K) 8710.2000 8G. use varied and appropriate formal and informal assessment techniques including observation, portfolios of student work, teacher-made tests, performance tasks, projects, student self-assessments, peer assessment, and standardized tests; | 5/06 reading, discussion |
| (K) 8710.2000 8H. use assessment data and other information about student experiences, learning behaviors, needs, and progress to increase knowledge of students, evaluate student progress and performance, and modify teaching and learning strategies; | 5/06 reading, discussion |
| (K) 8710.2000 8I. implement students' self-assessment activities to help them identify their own strengths and needs and to encourage them to set personal goals for learning; | 5/06 reading, discussion |
| (K) 8710.2000 8J. evaluate the effect of class activities on both individuals and the class as a whole using information gained through observation of classroom interactions, questioning, and analysis of student work; | 5/06 reading, discussion |
| (K) 8710.2000 8 K. monitor teaching strategies and behaviors in relation to student success to modify plans and instructional approaches to achieve student goals; | 4/17, 4/22 discussions |
| (K) 8710.2000 8L. establish and maintain student records of work and performance | 5/08 lecture |
| (K) 8710.2000 8M. responsibly communicate student progress based on appropriate indicators to students, parents or guardians, and other colleagues. | 5/08 lecture |
| (K) 8710.2000 9I. use professional literature, colleagues, and other resources to support development as both a student and a teacher; | All article reviews 4/01 display 5/08 lecture |