A Model Program for Preparing Middle School Mathematics Teachers

伊利诺斯州立大学将为中学数学教师的准备制定一个为期五年的示范计划。所提议的努力涉及基于以下前提的重大概念化：学习数学是一个建设性的过程，需要反思活动，而这种活动可以通过解决问题的情况来促进。发展方面的努力将包括开设三门新的数学课程，修改另外两门数学课程，以及修改四门教学课程。所有课程的教学方法都将体现上述基本前提。该计划是数学家、数学教育者和教师教育者共同努力的结果。学生将学习数学内容和教学方法，参与大量的实习和临床经验，学生教学，以及一套完善的入门年活动。该计划将培养数学能力强、知识渊博、能熟练教授中学生的教师。这个项目将成为类似类型的机构的一个模式，这些机构有一些传统的四年教师培训项目。

Illinois State University will develop a five-year model program for the preparation of middle school mathematics teachers. The proposed effort involves a major reconceptualization based on the premises that learning mathematics is a constructive process requiring reflective activity and that such activity is facilitated by problem-solving situations. Developmental efforts will include three new mathematics courses, the modification of two additional mathematics courses, and the modification of four pedagogical courses. Teaching methodology in all courses will reflect the above basic premises. The proposed program represents a cooperative effort involving mathematicians, mathematics educators, and teacher educators. Students will study mathematics content and teaching methodology, be involved in numerous practicum and clinical experiences, student teaching, and a well developed set of induction year activities. The program will prepare a teacher who is mathematically sound and who is knowledgeable and skilled in teaching middle school students. This program will stand as a model for similar types of institutions that have somewhat traditional four-year teacher preparation programs.