Course Objectives
Students will learn to research, evaluate, and utilize mathematical software and Internet resources to enhance understanding of mathematics based on the NCTM Standards and the CT K-12 Content Standards for Mathematics. Particular emphasis will be placed on Number Sense and Communication, Organizing and Displaying Data, Spatial Relationships and Geometry, Patterns and Relationships, Algebra and Functions, Measurement and Problem Solving.
During this course students will **
-use productivity tools for word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications (1.2.1) ;
-use computer-based technologies, including telecommunications, to access information and enhance personal and professional productivity (1.2.3) ;
-use computers to support problem solving, data collection, information management, communications, presentations, and decision making (1.2.4) ;
-explore, evaluate, and use computer/technology resources including applications, tools, educational software and associated documentation (1.3.1) ;
-describe current instructional principles, research, and appropriate assessment practices as related to the use of computers and technology resources in the curriculum (1.3.2) ;
-design, deliver and assess student learning activities that integrate computers/technology for a variety of student grouping strategies and for diverse student populations (1.3.3) ;
-practice responsible, ethical, and legal use of technology, information, and software resources (1.3.5);
-use features of applications that integrate word processing, database, spreadsheet, communication, and other tools (2.2.7) ;
-select appropriate tools for communicating concepts, conducting research, and solving problems for an intended audience and purpose (2.4.3) ;
-participate in collaborative projects and team activities (2.4.4) ;
-design and publish simple on-line documents that present information and include links to critical resources (2.4.8) ;
-conduct research and evaluate on-line sources of information that support and enhance the curriculum (2.4.10) ;
-design and practice methods/strategies for teaching concepts and skills for applying information access and delivery tools (3.1.3);
-design and practice methods and strategies for teaching problem solving principles and skills using technology resources (3.1.4)
-design and implement integrated technology classroom activities that involve teaming and/or small group collaboration (3.1.8);
-identify activities and resources to support regular professional growth related to technology (3.1.9);
-research, evaluate and develop recommendations for purchasing instructional software to support and enhance the school curriculum (3.2.3);
-identify and use information access and telecommunication tools to support research and instruction throughout the curriculum (4.3.1);
-identify and describe software used in classroom and administrative settings … (4.5.1);
-describe evaluation criteria for software and identify reliable sources of software evaluations (4.5.3); and
-identify and use national, state, and local guidelines to develop curriculum plans for integrating technology in the K-12 environment (5.1.2).
** Numbers in parentheses refer to the applicable ISTE/NCATE technology standards