Graduate Course Description
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students™ Online
Overview
This online course provides an overview of and an opportunity to review the major concepts necessary to teach algebra to middle school students. Among the several core competencies that students need to develop strong skills in algebra is algebraic number sense. Teachers will have opportunities to evaluate their own mastery of algebraic number sense, develop a stronger number sense, and explore ways to help middle school students enhance their own number sense. In addition, participants will learn the importance of scaffolding concepts for student understanding of algebra.
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Target Audience: All Middle School educators; Prerequisite: entry-level technology skills.
Time Requirement: 6-8 hours per week
Course Format: Eight-week, facilitator-led with weekly assignments, and 24/7 online access
Graduate Credit: 3 semester hours or 4.5 quarter hours
Technology Requirements
In addition to a computer, Internet connection (high-speed preferable), and a working email account, PLS courses have the following technical requirements:
- Preferred Operating Systems: Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Mac OS X
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Preferred Browsers: For an optimal experience use Internet Explorer (PC), or Mozilla Firefox (PC or Mac).
Updated versions of Web browsers are free from the following links:
Internet Explorer , Firefox - Required Software: Microsoft Word
- Required Web Browser Plug-In: Adobe® Acrobat® or Adobe® Reader™ This plug-in is required to view any of the PDFs within a course. Adobe® Reader™ may be downloaded for free using the following link: Adobe
Please note:
- If using Internet Explorer 6.0, security settings must be set to accept cookies.
- If using Internet Explorer 7.0, please add pls.rsmart.com to your list of trusted Web sites by going to: Tools > Internet Options > Privacy tab > Sites
Course Registration Deadlines
Syllabus
DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS Download the Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students™ Online syllabus.
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33 Upcoming PLS Courses Sorted by Date
| Location | Dates & Times | Course Title | Instructor | Seats | Total Cost |
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| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Wilkes: ED 558 » Offered for academic credit by: Wilkes University This college requires a ONE-TIME registration fee of $45 |
Instructor TBD |
13 | $845 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Drake: EDDL 267 » Offered for academic credit by: Drake University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Andrews: EDCI 631-018 » Offered for academic credit by: Andrews University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: McDaniel: EDU 558 OL » Offered for academic credit by: McDaniel College This college requires a ONE-TIME application fee of $50 |
Instructor TBD |
20 | $1125 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Rockford: EDUC 554 » Offered for academic credit by: Rockford College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Marygrove: EDU 5510 » Offered for academic credit by: Marygrove College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $715 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Endicott College: EDPW 557 » Offered for academic credit by: Endicott College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $900 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Friends University: MATH 2512 » Offered for academic credit by: Friends University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Saint Mary's: GEPP 5203 A » Offered for academic credit by: Saint Mary's University of Minnesota |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $715 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Sep 14 — Nov 8, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: University of St. Francis: EPLS 604 » Offered for academic credit by: University of St. Francis |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Wilkes: ED 558 » Offered for academic credit by: Wilkes University This college requires a ONE-TIME registration fee of $45 |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $845 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Drake: EDDL 267 » Offered for academic credit by: Drake University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Andrews: EDCI 631-018 » Offered for academic credit by: Andrews University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: McDaniel: EDU 558 OL2 » Offered for academic credit by: McDaniel College This college requires a ONE-TIME application fee of $50 |
Instructor TBD |
20 | $1125 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Rockford: EDUC 554 » Offered for academic credit by: Rockford College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Marygrove: EDU 5510 » Offered for academic credit by: Marygrove College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $715 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Endicott College: EDPW 557 » Offered for academic credit by: Endicott College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $900 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Friends University: MATH 2512 » Offered for academic credit by: Friends University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Saint Mary's: GEPP 5203 B » Offered for academic credit by: Saint Mary's University of Minnesota |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $715 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Oct 5 — Nov 29, 2010 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: University of St. Francis: EPLS 604 » Offered for academic credit by: University of St. Francis |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Jan 11 — Mar 7, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Wilkes: ED 558 » Offered for academic credit by: Wilkes University This college requires a ONE-TIME registration fee of $45 |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $845 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Jan 11 — Mar 7, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Drake: EDDL 267 » Offered for academic credit by: Drake University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Jan 11 — Mar 7, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Rockford: EDUC 554 » Offered for academic credit by: Rockford College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Jan 11 — Mar 7, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Marygrove: EDU 5510 » Offered for academic credit by: Marygrove College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $715 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Jan 11 — Mar 7, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Andrews: EDCI 631-018 » Offered for academic credit by: Andrews University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Feb 15 — Apr 11, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Wilkes: ED 558 » Offered for academic credit by: Wilkes University This college requires a ONE-TIME registration fee of $45 |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $845 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Feb 15 — Apr 11, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Rockford: EDUC 554 » Offered for academic credit by: Rockford College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Feb 15 — Apr 11, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Andrews: EDCI 631-018 » Offered for academic credit by: Andrews University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Mar 8 — May 2, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Wilkes: ED 558 » Offered for academic credit by: Wilkes University This college requires a ONE-TIME registration fee of $45 |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $845 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Mar 8 — May 2, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Drake: EDDL 267 » Offered for academic credit by: Drake University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Mar 8 — May 2, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Rockford: EDUC 554 » Offered for academic credit by: Rockford College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Mar 8 — May 2, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Marygrove: EDU 5510 » Offered for academic credit by: Marygrove College |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $715 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
| Online | Mar 8 — May 2, 2011 24/7 Online Access |
Teaching Algebra to Middle School Students Online: Andrews: EDCI 631-018 » Offered for academic credit by: Andrews University |
Instructor TBD |
15 | $700 View/Purchase Required Course Materials » |
