course component
Patterns to Symbols: Algebra
(Grade 3-6)
Beth Cole
Subject Area: Mathematics
Course Title: Patterns to Symbols: Algebra
Course Requirements: Video Program and Assessment
Course Description: This course focuses on the algebraic concept of generalization by providing teachers strategies to teach elementary students to analyze, describe, and represent patterns. Teachers will learn how these strategies can lay the foundation for further algebra study.
Course Objectives:
Participants will gain knowledge about:
1. effective strategies for preparing elementary students for
middle school algebra
2. teaching students to identify patterns and to form
generalizations about them.
Course Assessment:
A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the online assessment after viewing the video program.
Alignment with Standards:
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory Standards
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Professional Development Points: 2
Additional points may be earned through completion of follow-up activities.
Additional Helps: Follow-up activities and resources
It is recommended that participants in the video course complete follow-up activities to deepen their knowledge and skills. When these activities are completed in accordance with local staff development guidelines, participants may be able to earn additional professional development credit. Contact your local staff development office for determining how you might receive credit for completing the video program and additional credit for completing follow-up activities.
Follow-up Activity 1: Current Text Rule
Follow-up Activity 2: Numeric Patterns
Follow-up Activity 3: Sequences
