TEACHING MATHEMATICAL THINKING, Grades 3-5, M-F, June 24-28, 2024

Teaching Mathematical Thinking (TMT) is the University of Idaho's State Department of Education-approved version of MTI. This course provides an opportunity to study fundamental mathematical theory underlying the content area of number and operation and student reasoning of number and operation topics within a framework of a student-centered, problem-based classroom. Topics will include number systems, ways of representing numbers, meanings of operations and how they relate to one another, and computation within the number system as a foundation for algebra. Pedagogical topics will focus on attending to student thinking and reasoning through the use of discourse and questioning, professional noticing, and the effective use of manipulatives or other mathematical tools.

One of the critical features of the TMT course is the opportunity for teachers to discuss mathematical content and pedagogy with others from different school districts and grade levels during the week-long course. We can achieve some of this through available technologies but want to ensure we provide the most satisfactory learning experience possible. This course will be offered in person.

REGISTRATION: There is no cost to sign-up for the TMT course, simply click on the 'reserve' button to enroll. Official registration will occur upon completion of course requirements. There is no need for paper tickets or to print this email, your name will be on a course list.

COURSE FEE: There is a mandatory $180 fee associated with the TMT course. It provides course materials and three (3) Continuing Education credits. Discussion of registration procedures will occur on the first day of class.

DATES/TIMES: This TMT course for grade bands 3-5 will be held Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT), June 24-28, 2024, location to be announced.

WAITLIST: When the tickets for this course are "SOLD OUT," simply click on the 'Add Me to the Waitlist' button, enter your information, and you will automatically be notified via email once an opening is available.

QUESTIONS: Please call us at (208) 292-2514 or email irmc @ uidaho . edu.