Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Abstract Algebra MAE308 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Duygu ARABACI
Instructor(s)
Goals To provide teaching and technique, relevant resources and training, assessment and materials necessary for teaching algebra.
Course Content Algebraic thinking, the importance of algebraic thinking in mathematics teaching; pre-algebraic period; arithmetic-algebra relationship; generalized arithmetic and functional thinking; basic algebra concepts; different representations in algebra teaching; teaching variable, algebraic expression, equality and equation, linear equations, identities and inequalities (organizing the course content, using appropriate teaching materials and strategies, etc.); student knowledge about these subjects (understanding and interpreting student ideas about concepts, knowing students' difficulties, mistakes, misconceptions and their reasons); the relationship of these subjects with daily life and other lessons.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Evaluates the transition from arithmetic to algebra and algebraic thinking.
2 Uses different notations in teaching algebra.
3 Identifies misconceptions in algebra teaching.
4 Evaluate the relationships between basic concepts in algebraic thinking.
5 Students gain new mathematical knowledge through problem solving.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Algebratic Thinking and its importance for mathematics. Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Interview Other Activities Research
2. Week Arithmetic and Algebra Relationship. Other Activities Presentation (Preparation) Class Hours Preparation, After Class Study Research
3. Week Historical development of algebra and its teaching. Preparation, After Class Study Research Other Activities Interview Presentation (Preparation) Class Hours
4. Week Activity-based algebra teaching. Interview Presentation (Preparation) Preparation, After Class Study Research Class Hours
5. Week The use of materials in algebra teaching. Other Activities Class Hours Interview Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Teaching algebra by design. Preparation, After Class Study Presentation (Preparation) Other Activities Class Hours
7. Week Modeling perspective in the development of algebraic reasoning. Research Interview Other Activities Class Hours
8. Week MIDTERM
9. Week The use of technology in the development of algebraic thinking. Class Hours Presentation (Preparation) Interview Preparation, After Class Study Research
10. Week Examples of algebra teaching in other countries. Interview Class Hours Research Preparation, After Class Study
11. Week Student difficulties and misconceptions in the development of algebraic thinking. Interview Research Class Hours
12. Week Examination of research on algebraic thinking. Class Hours Interview Research
13. Week Examination of research on algebraic thinking. Class Hours Research Interview
14. Week Final Research Interview Class Hours
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 They know and apply contemporary teaching methods and techniques, assessment and evaluation methods.
3 Have pedagogical knowledge about teacher profession and their field.
3 Have pedagogical knowledge about teacher profession and their field.
17 Have the skills of mathematical communication, problem solving, reasoning and relating.
24 learn how to learn
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 0
PY3 0 0 0 5 3
PY17 3 0 0 5 4
PY24 0 0 0 0 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Kieran, C. (1992). The Learning and Teaching of School Algebra. In D. A. Grouws (Ed.). Handbook of research on mathematics teaching teaching and learning (pp. 390-419). New York: Macmillan.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 13 3 39
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 13 3 39
Research 1 3 3
Other Activities 1 6 6
Sınavlar
Homework 1 1 10.5 10.5
Final 1 10 10
Total Workload 107.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0