NVTC 201 - Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science

(3 units) CO12

Provides a multidisciplinary perspective on knowing and learning in secondary mathematics and science. Topics include Procedural and Conceptual Understanding, Assessment, Learning Theories, Equity.

Prerequisite(s): NVTC 101; NVTC 102.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. articulate various standards documents, including the Common Core State Standards, the Nevada Academic Content Standards, and the Next Generation Science Standards that are criitcal to the knowing and learning of science and mathematics.
2. explain the role of these various standards documents in the assessment process as they relate both to in-class and standardized testing.
3. describe the various theories used to explain mathematical and scientific knowing and learning and apply these approaches to structure classroom practice.
4. express informed opinions on current issues and tensions in education, especially as they relate to mathematics and science instruction.
5. systematically analyze human social conditions in educational settings (e.g., individuals, groups, communities and cultures), by observing, theorizing, modeling, experimenting, and/or interpreting human social relations.
6. demonstrate understanding of ethical principles in education and ethical outcomes of education relating to mathematics and science.

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