MAT 5001/7001
Arithmetic and Problem Solving
Course Syllabus
Dr. David A. Edwards
dedwards@math.uga.edu
Office:436 (GSRC)
Office Hours:
Course Description
We will be studying arithmetic and its applications with a stress on the reasons why various procedures work.
Text
Mathematics for Elementary Teachers, volume 1 and the
accompanying Class Activities
manual by Sybilla Beckman.
Attendance
Attendance will be taken every class meeting.
Grading
Tests: There will be three tests during the semester (one every two weeks). Collectively, these tests will count 60% of the course grade. No make-ups will be given for missed tests.
Final Exam: There will be a mandatory cumulative final exam. This exam will count 40% of the course grade.