Mathematics
MTH 123 Mathematics and Pedagogy for Secondary School Teachers 1
Course Description
This course is designed to equip you with the pedagogical knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach mathematics in the secondary school. Through a combination of theoretical study and practical application you will explore the principles of teaching and learning mathematics in the secondary school settings. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and designing engaging instructional strategies, managing diverse classrooms,lesson planning and presentations. You should consider this course of study to be a culminating experience, one that requires you to synthesize what you have learned in the other mathematics content courses. This is a two-credit course which will be covered in 30 hours.
MTH 222 Mathematics and Pedagogy for Early Childhood and Primary Teachers
Course Description
This course will introduce you to various learning theories and pedagogies appropriate for teaching early childhood and primary mathematics. You will be engaged in rich tasks, group work, problem-solving, and using examples across all strands of the national mathematics curriculum. You will be given the opportunity to develop your skills in planning for mathematics lessons and using resources to provide your pupils with authentic and worthwhile mathematical experiences.
This is a three-credit course and you will be assessed on a continuous assessment basis.
We wish you the best of luck this semester.
MTH 211 Algebra
INTRODUCTION
This course will build on your previous knowledge of Algebra and looks at
interesting concepts that will help you to solve problems easily. You will
learn quite a lot about Quadratic Functions and Equations and other
fascinating topics such as Surds, Indices, Logarithms, among others.
You must have a good understanding of this course since it forms a
prerequisite for Calculus.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a three (3) credit course done by Mathematics Majors as a requirement for the Secondary Academic Programme at the Cyril Potter College of Education. Please be reminded that your lecturers can only guide you by showing you the path to success. However, it is up to you to put in the required effort to get the results you desire. We wish you all the best this semester.
This course is designed to help student-teachers to develop a deeper understanding of mathematical processes and procedures.
The course is divided into three units:
Unit 1: Quadratic functions and equations
Unit 2: Surds, indices, and complex numbers.
Unit 3: The remainder theorem, series, and sequences
MTH221 Elementary Calculus
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a four (4) credit course done by Mathematics Majors as a requirement for the Secondary Academic Programme at the Cyril Potter College of Education. Please be reminded that your lecturers can only guide you by showing you the path to success. However, it is up to you to put in the required effort to get the results you desire. We wish you all the best this semester.
The course is divided into two units:
Unit 1: Calculus I introduces the student to the derivative and its relationship with limits, functions, as the inverse of integration and its application to simple kinematics.
Unit 2: Calculus II explores the application of derivative and its inverse to trigonometric functions and furthers the application of integration to area and volume.
COURSE DURATION
This course is a 4 credit course. Which is to be completed in 60 hours. It is made up of two units and each unit should be completed in 30 hours:
MTH111 Geometry and Trigonometry
Hello student-teachers, welcome to the course "Geometry and Trigonometry."
In this course, you will learn some of the fundamental principles of Geometry and trigonometry. Some of the concepts learnt here are prerequisites for future courses such as Elementary Calculus. I therefore encourage you to put extra effort in understanding these concepts and work according to the suggested weekly times.
About this course
This is a 3 credit course. It is to be completed in 45 hours. It is made up of two units:
Unit One: Geometry which is assigned 18 hours, and deals with the geometry of lines, shapes and solids.
Unit Two: Trigonometry which is assigned 27 hours, and deals with solving triangles.
MTH112 Mathematical Modelling and Prediction
This is a Three (3) credit course done by Primary and Early Childhood teacher candidates as a requirement for the Associate Degree In Education Programme at the Cyril Potter College of Education. Please be reminded that your lecturers can only guide you by showing you the path to success. However, it is up to you to put in the required effort to get the results you desire. We wish you all the best this semester.
Course Description
This course is a 3 credit course. It is made up of two units: Unit I focuses on Basic Mathematics and Unit II focuses on Measurement, Shape and Space . Students must obtain Grades I to III on the CSEC Mathematics Examination as a prerequisite for this course. Practice activities will be outlined in the various units; please do not hesitate to take full advantage of them.
Course Duration
This course is to be completed in 45 hours. Unit 1 is to be completed in 30 hours and Unit 2 in 15 hours. You are encouraged to work in the time specified as close as possible.
MTH 231 Mechanics
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Mechanics is a branch of physics that deals with the study of motion and forces producing motion. You will study concepts such as kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, and power and gravitation. You will be involved in hands-on activities to investigate phenomena and you will explore how concepts form a basis for engineering, technology, and other scientific disciplines.
This is a three (3) credit course and it is broken into two units, static and kinematics. Remember, your lecturers can only give you guidance. However it is up to you to put in the required effort to get the results you desire. We wish you all the best this semester.
MTH 222-1 Mathematics and Pedagogy for Early Childhood Teachers
Course Description
This course will introduce you to various theories and
pedagogies of learning mathematics at the early childhood level. You will explore
the national curriculum guides and become familiar with the content through
solving problems. You will be given the opportunity to develop your skills in
planning mathematics lessons and creating teaching spaces and resources which
will provide your pupils with authentic and worthwhile mathematical
experiences.
This is a three-credit course and you will be assessed on a continuous
assessment basis.
We wish you the best of luck this semester!