Middle School Math Methods
A new Middle School Math Methods course that is appropriate for Multiple Subject credential holders wishing to earn a Single Subject Credential in Foundational-Level Math will be offered this summer. With this credential, you can teach algebra and geometry at any grade level. (Passing CSET Math Subtests I and II is also required for this credential.)
• Course description: This special section of CI 161 will focus on how middle school students learn mathematics and on a variety of methods and materials to help middle school students gain a deep understanding of the mathematical concepts they are expected to master.
• Lead Instructor: Dr. Rajee Amarasinghe;
Co-Instructor: Lisa Portela (Director, SJVMP)
• Course Dates/Times: Wednesdays (5-8 p.m.)
and Saturdays (9 a.m.-noon); May 27 – July 15, 2009
(no class on July 4)
• Location: Room 207, Science II Building (just east of the Planetarium—pictured at left ☺)
• Cost: Only $60/unit since MSTI and SJVMP are co-sponsors
• Registration: Students will register (and pay by check or credit card) on the first day of the course. To help us gauge interest and ensure a seat for you in the class, please also sign up online via the California Subject Matter Project (CSMP) Online Information Center at http://csmp.ucop.edu/CI_161 (If you have any questions about signing up online or about this course, email Lisa or Rajee: lportela@csufresno.edu and ramarasi@csufresno.edu)
• Information about the CSET Math Subtests is located at
http://www.cset.nesinc.com/CS_testguide_Mathopener.asp
MSTI Web Site: http://csufresno.edu/teachmathscience
SJVMP Web Site: http://csufresno.edu/sjvmp
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