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  • Learning the Language of Math: Improving Problem Solving and Communication in Math

  • 3 Credits, K-12, Instructional Strategies, Math

Learning the Language of Math: Improving Problem Solving and Communication in Math
Learning the Language of Math: Improving Problem Solving and Communication in Math

This course equips Wyoming PTSB teacher learners with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure that all students are empowered to become proficient problem solvers and communicators of mathematics. This goal is pursued through a language-centered approach that highlights the essential role of communication in developing students’ capacities for comprehension, critical thinking, and clear exposition of mathematical ideas. Emphasis is placed on leveraging students’ community-based knowledge and honoring the multitude of preferred modes of learning and self-expression.

Objectives

As a result of this course, participants will:

  • Explain the important role of problem solving and mathematical literacy in preparing students to navigate an increasingly technical and data-driven society
  • Engage and empower students to become critical participants in society by showing them how math can be used to investigate realistic and relatable sociocultural issues
  • Mitigate against the deleterious effects of math anxiety and negative math attitudes by cultivating a psychologically safe and multiculturally affirming classroom environment
  • Teach and model a structured, yet flexible approach to problem solving that is characterized by productive struggle and a tolerance for ambiguity 
  • Utilize a variety of strategies and downloadable resources to provide students regular opportunities to speak, write, and otherwise communicate their mathematical thinking
  • Conduct meaningful multimodal assessment that honors the multitude of preferred learning styles and modes of expression without sacrificing mathematical rigor

To Enroll in a Course:

  • Choose the version of this course you would like to take: Course + Credits (you will receive a University transcript) or Course Only (you will receive a Certificate of Completion, which you will use to obtain your Renewal Units).

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  • Follow the enrollment and payment prompts. If you have a coupon/discount, you will be asked to enter it during the enrollment process.

  • Upon purchase, you will receive an email receipt and be able to login to your course in our eClassroom. You have 180 days from your purchase to complete your course.

  • If you have any questions, check out our FAQs or email support@cecreditsonline.org.

Course + Credits Courses

  • We have partnered with a number of regionally-accredited universities who provide graduate-level professional development credits for our courses. See the University Partners tab. All courses taken for graduate credit receive both a Certificate of Completion and a University Transcript for your records.

  • Upon completion of your course, CE Credits Online will forward all the required documentation to the University you selected.

  • The University partner will process your course completion and provide a transcript that includes the name of the course, course number, number of credits, and your grade.

  • You will receive directions on how to receive your transcript in email form, and you can also review the University Partners section of our website for more information.

  • Note: If you would like to take courses with Adams State University, please purchase the Course Only version of the course, and, upon completion, email support@cecreditsonline.org asking to sign-up for graduate credit through Adams State University. Each graduate credit costs $55. You will be emailed instructions.

  • You must check with your district to ensure the credits received will meet your specific requirements. We will not be held responsible if your school, district or state does not accept the credits issued.

Course Only Courses

  • We offer all of our courses as a Course Only option that can be used to meet your Wyoming PTSB recertification or professional development needs (always check with your district/state to determine eligibility).

  • Upon successful completion of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for your records that will include the name of the course and number of professional development hours completed.

  • The Certificate of Completion acts as a record that verifies that a professional development course was taken and passed.

Obtaining Renewal Credits*

This must be done within 30 days of completing your CE Credits Online course(s)

Email or fax a copy of your Certificate of Completion to:

Email: ptsbworkshoprequests@wyo.gov

Learning the Language of Math: Improving Problem Solving and Communication in Math

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University pricing options

  • $210 - Augustana University - 3 Credits
  • $240 - Valley City State University - 3 Credits
  • $0 - Adams State University - 3 Credits

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