RPDP:CP:Operations and Number Sets - 2 Credits

The first course in the Middle School Math Certificate Program will address both the content and pedagogy skills of fundamental topics in the middle school mathematics curriculum. Great emphasis will be placed on answering the 'why' behind the basic mathematics, while stressing the importance of vocabulary and notation, concept development and linkage, important facts and procedures, and problem solving. Pathlore ID: RPMAT 65000, UNLV SCI 620 A

RPDP:CP: Introduction to Probability, Statistics and Geometry Concepts - 3 Credits

This three-credit course will address both the content and pedagogy skills of fundamental topics in the middle school mathematics curriculum. Emphasis will be placed on developing the concepts of basic probability, statistics and basic geometric concepts while connecting these concepts to basic mathematics. Stress will be placed on the importance of vocabulary and notation, concept development and linkage, important facts and procedures, and problem solving. Pathlore ID: RPMAT 65001, UNLV SCI 620 B

RPDP:CP:Algebra for the Classroom Teacher - 3 Credits

This three credit course will emphasize linking the concepts and skills taught in a first year algebra class to previously teamed material and outside experiences. The main topics in this course include: Evaluating Algebraic Expressions, Solving Linear Equations & Inequalities, Word Problems; one & two variables, Relations & Functions, Polynomials, Solving Quadratic Equations, Simplifying Rational Expressions, Graphing Linear Equations, Solving Systems of Linear Quadratic Equations, and Solving Higher Degree Equations; Rational Root Theorem. Pathlore ID: RPMAT 65002, UNLV SCI 620 C

RPDP:CP:Problem Solving In Action 6 - 8 - 3 credits

This three-credit course has 6 mandatory class meetings with the instructor as well as outside assignments. The required assignments involve participants in solving a variety of problems that would be appropriate for the middle level student. The problems require use of 10 problem solving strategies including: Going back to the definition, looking for a pattern, drawing a picture, examine a simpler problem, examine a related problem, guess and check, making a chart, identify a sub-goal, write an equation, and working backwards. This class does not have to be taken sequentially. Pathlore ID: RPMAT 65003, UNLV SCI 620 D

RPDP:CP:Euclidean and Non Euclidean Geometry - 3 Credits

The fifth course in the Middle School Math Certificate Program is a three-credit course that follows the curriculum taught in a high school geometry class with an emphasis on proofs. Topics covered include the study of angles, polygons, circles, areas and volumes, congruence, similarity, constructions, and transformations. Pathlore ID: RPMAT 65004, UNLV SCI
620 E

RPDP:CP: Practicum - Instructional Strategies - 2 credits

This two-credit class will require the participants to reflect and write a paper on the Components of an Effective Lesson, Teacher Expectancies, and the content and pedagogy taught in the program, to determine the level of implementation in their classrooms. Principals will be asked to make observations and comment, and teachers will attend classes to prepare for the PRAXIS in Middle School Mathematics. Pathlore ID: RPMAT 65005, UNLV SCI 620 F

RPDP:CP:Literacy in the Content Area - 1 Credit

This course will focus on using literacy to enhance instruction in all the secondary content areas. Using 'hands-on' activities and the workshop method of instruction, the participants will engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities designed to reinforce content knowledge while emphasizing language and process learning. Sessions will feature various aspects of literacy (reading, writing, and vocabulary strategies) to enhance the reading and writing of non-fiction text. Pathlore ID: RPLIT 82153, UNLV CIG 600 TE

Take ONE (1) of the following TWO (2) classes

RPDPCP: Introduction to TI-83/84 - 1 Credit

This course is only for beginning users. Participants of this course will focus on the appropriate use of technology to solve problems using a variety of calculator functions such as: tables, graphs and the home screen. Pathlore ID: RPMAT72016, UNLV; SCI 620 O

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RPDPCP: Intermediate TI-83/84 - 1 Credit

Participants will focus on the appropriate use of technology to solve problems using a variety of calculator functions such as: tables, graphs and the home screen. This course will pick-up where an introductory course would stop. In this course participants will be asked to write some low level programs along with exploring functions under different menu items. Pathlore ID: RPMAT72027, UNLV; SCI 640 F

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