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Course syllabus - A Problem Solving Approach to Geometry

Scope

7.5 credits

Course code

MMA014

Valid from

Autumn semester 2013

Education level

First cycle

Progressive Specialisation

G1N (First cycle, has only upper-secondary level 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

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Objectives

The course is for prospective teachers in secondary schools. The course gives a basic knowledge of geometry through solving problems. It also gives knowledge in teaching geometry and an insight into pupils´ learning of geometry in today´s school.

Course content

Basic concepts in geometry.
Some important geometrical concepts: congruence and uniformity.
Triangles, polygons, circles and some simple solids.
Empirical and deductive geometry.
Euclidian geometry as an example of an axiomatic theory.
The parallel axiom and an orientation in some non-Euclidian geometries.
Geometrical constructions. An orientation of three classical problems of construction.
Review of today´s geometry. The role of geometry as a model of our physical world.

Tuition

Classroom lessons, exercises, group work and field studies.

Requirements

Mathematics D or Mathematics 3c.

Examination

Exercise (INL2), 4.5 credits, marks Pass (G)
Written and/or oral examination (TEN1), 3 credits, marks Pass (G) or Pass with distinction (VG)

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Grade

Pass with distinction, Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

The course may only be included in diplomas for teaching.