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Course syllabus - A Problem Solving Approach to Algebra

Scope

7.5 credits

Course code

MMA005

Valid from

Autumn semester 2013

Education level

First cycle

Progressive Specialisation

G1F (First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements).

Main area(s)

Mathematics/Applied Mathematics

School

School of Education, Culture and Communication

Ratified

2013-02-01

Status

This syllabus is not current and will not be given any more

Literature lists

Course literature is preliminary up to 8 weeks before course start. Course literature can be valid over several semesters.

    • Ratified date: 2013-07-18
    • Latest update: 2013-07-18

    Books

    Hagland, Kerstin; Hedrén, Rolf; Taflin, Eva

    Rika matematiska problem : inspiration till variation

    1. uppl. : Stockholm : Liber, 2005 - 236 s.

    ISBN: 91-47-05150-7 LIBRIS-ID: 9837006

    Billstein, Rick; Libeskind, Shlomo; Lott, Johnny W.

    A problem solving approach to mathematics for elementary school teachers

    10. ed. : Boston, Mass. : Addison Wesley, cop. 2010 - 1099 s.

    ISBN: 978-0-321-63945-5 LIBRIS-ID: 11586214

    Författare Billstein, Liebeskind, Lott, upplagan ska vara 10 eller senaste upplagan.40 s.

    Other Materials

    Bergsten, C., Häggström, J., Lindberg, L. (2004). Algebra för alla. - Nämnaren TEMA. - ISBN 91-88450-08-2. Beställes från

    Göteborgs universitet,

    URL: www.ncm.gu.se/Publikationer

Objectives

The course is for prospective teachers in primary schools. The purposes of the course are to use problem solving to reach understanding of basic concepts of numbers, algebra and functions and develop the student´s ability to read, understand and summarize mathematical context; and to develop skills in writing and oral presentation of mathematical material.

Course content

The course deals with characteristics of integers, real numbers, basic algebra, the concept of function, solving of equations, logic and with demonstrations. Introduction to set theory and complex numbers.

Tuition

Classroom lessons, lectures, group work and seminars.

Specific requirements

At least 22,5 credits in Cross Scientific Formation of Conceptions in Education or equivalent.

Examination

Assignment (INL1), 4.5 credits, marks Pass (G)
Written and/or oral examination (TEN1), 3 credits, marks Pass (G) or Pass with distinction (VG)

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

The course may only be included in diplomas for teaching in primary schools.