LAM301 Mathematics Content for Teachers: Problem Solving

This course provides the students with nonroutine problem-solving experiences in a variety of situations for the purpose of improving problem-solving skills. Specifically, the course emphasizes three aspects of problem solving: problem-solving strategies, problem solving in subject areas, and problem creation. It is intended primarily as a content course for prospective elementary or middle school teachers. This course applies toward the mathematics concentration. Prerequisite(s): LAM110, LAM112, and LAM213 required, LAM220 recommended. 5 quarter hours