MTNU: Mathematics – Numeration & the Decimal System 7 weeks
The course covers the introduction to math for early childhood and elementary students in a Montessori setting.
Summary
Simple counting and skip counting using Montessori materials are highlighted as well as an introduction to the decimal system and beginning operations of addition using the Golden Bead material. The unit also includes lectures on the philosophy and scope and sequence of the Montessori mathematics curriculum. Students will see video presentations of an educator working with a student on various Montessori math materials. The student/educator video is designed to give the viewer a sense of how the lesson is presented in an actual Learning Environment with an age-appropriate student or students.
Course Length: 7 Weeks
Age Focus: 3 – 6 Years
Educational Level of Course: Graduate
Programs
Early Childhood (EC), Elementary I (EI), Elementary I-II (EI-II)
Required Resources
Montessori Research and Development Album – MP.M Mathematics Early Childhood or ME.M1 Mathematics Vol. 1 (EI)
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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