MTHE 743 - Arithmetic of Rational Number Systems: Content and Pedagogy

2 Units
This course will have as its focus the development and application of the natural, whole and positive rational number systems. These are the number systems that K-6 arithmetic is all about. An understanding of how these systems develop, beginning with a foundation in set concepts, is important to an understanding of the what and why of the arithmetic and related mathematical concepts that are part of the K-6 curriculum. Additional emphasis will be placed on problem solving, exploration and applications involving the various sets of numbers.
May not be audited