MAT 050 Diploma No prerequisite

Mathematics Academic Content I

St. Augustine University of Tanzania · Jordan University College

Prepares student teachers with mathematical knowledge, skills and attitudes for solving problems and teaching mathematics at ordinary level secondary school.

12 Weeks
2 hrs Per week
24 hrs Contact time
3 Credit hours

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

a Create new knowledge from already known mathematics concepts.
b Perform computations using scientific calculators and other electronic devices.
c Use a computer to solve mathematical problems.
d Think critically and logically in interpreting and solving problems.
e Integrate and share mathematical skills with the community.
f Apply mathematical knowledge and techniques in other fields.

Assessment scheme

Total contribution to the final grade.

Individual assignment
10%
Group assignment
10%
Tests
20%
End of semester exam
60%

Weekly teaching plan

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Methodology & materials

Teaching methodology

Question and answer, group discussion followed by presentation, KWL method, demonstration, and interactive lecture.

Instructional materials & equipment

Geometrical instruments, graph papers, graph board and rubber bands, hand-outs, overhead projector, flip charts and felt pens.