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• LAW 7330: Law, Policy Terror & Violence

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  The course will help "bound the problem" of homeland security by examining how terrorism has spurred sharp changes in U.S. strategy, policy and governmental design, and how those changes should continue over the near and longer term. Elements of threat and vulnerability assessments will be thoroughly discussed as well as various procedures for assessments and the method of tailoring the assessment to the facility/area under study. Manners of protecting the facility/area in question will then be addressed, as well as evacuation plans and emergency plans.
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• MAED 5110: Technology for Teaching Math

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course is designed to give secondary mathematics teachers an in-depth look at the research on the impact of technology on teaching and learning mathematics. Students will learn how to develop and critique technology experiences and will be exposed to new technologies and programs that aid in teaching mathematics. Prerequisite: Certification in teaching secondary mathematics or permission of instructor.
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• MAED 5320: Teaching Statistical Reasoning

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Quantitative Literacy (QL) has proven to be an exciting, standards-based approach for teaching statistical techniques in K-12 classrooms. Through stimulating practical activities, the TI-83 graphing calculator and the statistical software FATHOM, teachers in this course will explore real data focusing on classification, graphing, sampling, probability, simulation, and inference. This direct involvement and in-depth training will enable teachers to experience first-hand the value of QL and gain confidence in their abilities to incorporate it into their classrooms. The course will include a fall follow up session where teachers report the use of a quantitative reasoning activity in their own classroom. Prerequisite: certification in teaching secondary-mathematics.
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• MAED 5370: Geometry & Trig for Teachers

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  The course will visit axiom systems, review the core theorems of high school geometry, consider advanced topics in Euclidean Geometry, explore Non-Euclidean Geometries, examine Area and Transformations, look at trigonometry and have student presentations of a relatively new geometric topic. Computer software (Geometer's Sketchpad, Kaliedomania, maple, ...) will be at the center of the students work. Prerequisite: Admission into the program or permission of the instructor. Offered: Summer.
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• MAED 5500: Pre-Algebra for Teachers

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Teachers will learn how to integrate a variety of different strategies in teaching concepts found in pre algebra (grades 6-8). They will improve their understanding of the mathematical concepts from an advanced perspective and apply these instructional strategies to improving student understanding. Prerequisite: certification in teaching-mathematics teachers who are presently teachers of grades 5-9. Offered: Summer.
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• MAED 5560: Research in Math Teach & Learn

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Students will investigate the research in mathematics teaching and learning that has been conducted in the last century, and particularly in the last three decades. Through this investigation, students will become more aware of critical issues within the field of mathematics education. Various areas will be considered, including teachers' knowledge and beliefs, students' learning in number theory, rational numbers, algebra, and geometry, technology in mathematics education, and issues of affect and gender. Prerequisite: Certification in Secondary Mathematics or permission of instructor. Offered: Summer
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• MAED 5710: Analysis for Teachers

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course is designed to give secondary mathematics teachers an in-depth look at the analysis covered in the secondary mathematics curriculum. The concept of the function will be covered in great detail. This course will also cover the historical development of calculus to gain greater insight into the fundamental theories of calculus (secondary level). Prerequisite: certification in teaching secondary mathematics or permission of instructor.
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• MAED 5810: Problem Solving

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  The course is designed to give students experience solving novel and often open-ended problems in multiple ways. Posing and solving problems drawn from rational numbers, number theory, algebra, measurement and geometry will help students to reinforce and integrate various strands of their high school mathematics curriculum and to reason and communicate more effectively.
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• MAED 5900: Historical Development of Math

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  Students will explore the development of mathematics, from the early development of numeration systems to modern mathematics. They will learn how the technology and culture of different places and times affected the topics developed as well as the methods used. Students will also discuss and develop ways to incorporate this information into their classroom teaching and to encourage cross disciplinary connections. Prerequisite: Degree in mathematical sciences or permission.
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• MATH 1010: Quantitative Reasoning

  3.00 Credits

  Pennsylvania Western University

  
  This course provides study in mathematical representations and problem solving. Students analyze and solve problems in areas such as set theory, mathematics of finance, probability, and statistics. Students will apply mathematics to build financial strategies as they make purchases and investments throughout their lives.
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