Mathematics Method Ii

1. Explain the history and importance of mathematics.
2. Develop effective mathematics curricula and lesson plans.
3. Apply psychological theories to mathematics education.
4. Utilize various learning aids and instructional methods.
5. Manage individual differences in the classroom.
6. Foster a positive attitude towards mathematics.

13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1:

   • Unit 1: Brief History of Mathematics and contribution of Early Greek Mathematicians to the development of Mathematics · 2 hours

     Explore the history of mathematics.. Identify key contributions of early Greek mathematicians.. Discuss the significance of Thales, Pythagoras, and Euclid..

2. Week 2Module 1:

   • Unit 2: Great Mathematicians and their Contributions · 2 hours

     Research and present the contributions of mathematicians like Archimedes and Diophantus.. Analyze their impact on modern mathematics.. Discuss the importance of their discoveries..

3. Week 3Module 1:

   • Unit 3: Importance of Mathematics in Relation to Other Subjects · 2 hours

     Discuss the role of mathematics in physics, chemistry, and engineering.. Analyze how mathematical principles are applied in other subjects.. Present examples of interdisciplinary applications..

4. Week 4Module 1:

   • Unit 4: Curriculum Development in Mathematics as a Subject in Nigeria · 2 hours

     Analyze the evolution of mathematics curriculum in Nigeria.. Discuss the impact of pre-independence and oil boom eras on mathematics education.. Evaluate the role of NERC in curriculum development..

5. Week 5Module 1:

   • Unit 5: Criteria for the Selection of Goals and learning outcomes in Mathematics · 2 hours

     Examine the criteria for selecting goals and learning outcomes.. Apply these criteria to develop specific learning outcomes for mathematics topics.. Discuss the importance of measurable learning outcomes..

6. Week 6Module 1:

   • Unit 6: Mathematics Curriculum · 2 hours

     Review the mathematics curriculum for basic education.. Identify the main themes and their objectives.. Discuss the features of the senior secondary school mathematics curriculum..

7. Week 7Module 2:

   • Unit 1: Scheme of Work and Weekly or Unit Plan · 2 hours

     Develop a scheme of work for a mathematics topic.. Create a weekly unit plan with specific learning outcomes.. Discuss the role of the teacher in implementing the scheme of work..

8. Week 8Module 2:

   • Unit 2: Features of a lesson Plan or Note of Lesson · 2 hours

     Identify the essential features of a lesson plan.. Write a lesson note for a given mathematics topic.. Discuss the importance of content, child psychology, and curriculum in lesson planning..

9. Week 9Module 2:

   • Unit 3: Psychological Theories and Mathematics Education: The Contribution of Piaget, Burner and Gagne to the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics · 2 hours

     Discuss Piaget's theory of intellectual development.. Analyze the implications of each stage for teaching mathematics.. Compare Piaget's theory with those of Bruner and Gagne..

10. Week 10Module 2:

    • Unit 4: Individual Differences in the Mathematics Classroom: Causes and Strategies for Care · 2 hours

      Identify the causes of individual differences in the mathematics classroom.. Discuss strategies for managing these differences.. Develop methods for identifying and addressing learning difficulties..

11. Week 11Module 2:

    • Unit 5: Strategies for Developing Positive Attitude Towards Mathematics by Students · 2 hours

      Discuss strategies for developing a positive attitude towards mathematics.. Analyze the factors that influence students' attitudes.. Implement methods to make mathematics more engaging and enjoyable..

12. Week 12Module 3:

    • Unit 1: Teaching and Learning Aids – Definitions and Types · 2 hours

      Define teaching and learning aids.. Classify different types of teaching aids.. Discuss the criteria for selecting and developing learning aids..

    • Unit 2: Learning Aids: Development and Criteria for Use · 2 hours

      Explore the criteria for selecting and developing learning aids.. Discuss the uses of various teaching and learning aids.. Develop skills for improvising instructional materials..

13. Week 13Module 3:

    • Unit 3: The Mathematics Laboratory · 2 hours

      Define the mathematics laboratory.. Discuss the features of a laboratory approach to teaching mathematics.. Implement laboratory lessons and procedures.. Discuss learner-centered instructional methods and strategies..

    • Unit 4 Some Learner- Centred Teaching and Learning Methods in Mathematics · 2 hours

      Explore learner-centered instructional methods and strategies.. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these methods.. Implement learner-centered activities in mathematics lessons..