MTH 203 - History of Mathematics: Calculus Concepts for Teachers, 3 credit hours

Prerequisite/Corequisite: MTH 141

Conceptual mathematical course that shows the future teacher what is meant by “inquiry” learning in math using the NCTM Process Standards and Ohio Learning Standards’ Eight Mathematical Practices as the primary pedagogical approach to the course; the course will connect these inquiry-based learning activities with the NCTM Process Standards and the OLS Eight Mathematical Practices. Content includes functions (linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic), Calculus I concepts, trigonometry, and the study of the historical development of: algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, probability, number, number systems, and quantity including contributions of significant figures and diverse cultures.