MTAL: Mathematics – Decimals & Introduction to Algebra 7 weeks
This course covers presentations of the Montessori materials of decimals, percentages, and introduces algebra with presentations on squaring.
Summary
The course introduces algebraic equalities to young children through Henry Borenson’s materials called Hands-On-Equations. Video lectures on the philosophy and scope and sequence of the Montessori mathematics curriculum are repeated. The student/educator video is designed to give the viewer a sense of how the lesson is presented in an actual Learning Environment with age-appropriate students.
Course Length: 7 Weeks
Age Focus: 6 – 12 Years
Educational Level of Course: Graduate
Programs
Elementary I (EI), Elementary I-II (EI-II), Elementary II Stand-alone (EII) prior to EII Summer Residency
Required Resources
Montessori Research and Development Album – ME.D Decimals (EII) – Also required for EII Summer Residency
Kym Elder
Kym is the founder and program director of Montessori Live. Kym holds a doctorate in instructional technology and distance education and a master’s degree in charter school educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University.
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