ME813 Algebraic Thinking

8 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- . Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code ME813
Name Algebraic Thinking
Semester . Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 8 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Doktora Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
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Course Goal

It is to enable them to have knowledge about algebra and algebraic thinking, which is one of the main and difficult areas of mathematics teaching, and to increase their knowledge and skills in teaching algebraic concepts. In addition, it is to enable them to have an idea about student knowledge on these subjects and to establish the relationship of these subjects with daily life and other lessons.

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 variables, 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.

Course Precondition

NONE

Resources

Sarpkaya Aktaş (2019). Uygulama Örnekleriyle Cebirsel Düşünme ve Öğretimi. Ankara Pegem Akademi. Kieran, C. (2004). Algebraic thinking in the early grades: What is it. The mathematics educator, 8(1), 139-151. Barbosa, A., Vale, I., Jablonski, S., & Ludwig, M. (2022). Walking through Algebraic Thinking with Theme-Based (Mobile) Math Trails. Education Sciences, 12(5), 346. Akkan, Y. (2009). Examination of primary school students' transition processes from arithmetic to algebra. (PhD thesis) Karadeniz Technical University, Institute of Science and Technology. Akkan, Y., Baki, A., Çakıroğlu, Ü. (2012). 5-8. Examining the transition processes of primary school students from arithmetic to algebra in the context of problem solving. Hacettepe University Faculty of Education Journal. 43:1-13.

Notes

Levin, M., & Walkoe, J. (2022). Seeds of algebraic thinking: a Knowledge in Pieces perspective on the development of algebraic thinking. ZDM–Mathematics Education, 1-12. Sukmaningrum, R., & Kurniasari, I. (2022). Profile of student's algebraic thinking in solving mathematics problems reviewing from adversity quotient. Jurnal Pijar Mipa, 17(2), 252-259.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Knows the historical development and levels of algebra, algebraic thinking.
LO02 Explain the difference between arithmetic-algebraic thinking and the importance of algebraic thinking in mathematics teaching.
LO03 Explain the concepts of equality, variable, algebraic modeling, generalization, pattern and functional thinking.
LO04 Knows student misconceptions encountered in algebra teaching and chooses appropriate teaching methods to eliminate misconceptions.
LO05 Designs algebra learning environments in accordance with daily life situations with a problem-solving approach.
LO06 Makes algebra teaching planning suitable for different learning models.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal 1- Based on master's qualifications, he/she develops and deepens current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research at the level of expertise and reaches original definitions that will bring innovation to science. 5
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal 2- Establishes relationships between various disciplines and sub-fields that the field is related to, and reaches original results by using their expertise in the analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas. 5
PLO03 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı 1-Approaches new information in the field in a systematic way and conducts advanced research in the field. 3
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı 2-Develops a new scientific method that brings innovation to science or applies a known method to a different field; At this point, it designs and carries out an original research. 5
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı 3-Makes critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas. 3
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği 1- Contributes to science with an original, publishable work that brings innovation to science, develops a new scientific method or applies a known method to a field. 5
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği 2-Expands the limits of knowledge in the field by publishing scientific articles related to the field in national and/or international refereed journals. 2
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği 3- Takes leadership in original and interdisciplinary studies.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği 4-It carries out its work independently or as a team member.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği 1-Creative and critical thinkers; develops new ideas and methods related to the field by using high-level mental processes such as problem solving and decision making. 2
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği 2-Becomes a facilitator/director in education and training activities in his/her field. 2
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği 3-Continues the teaching processes on an interactive and ethical basis.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği 4-Develops and implements effective teaching strategies in order to provide students with knowledge and skills related to the field. 3
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik 1- Examines social relations and the norms that guide these relations with a critical perspective, develops them and manages actions to change them when necessary.
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik 2- Defends their original views in a community of experts.
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik 3-Using a foreign language at least at the C1 General Level of the European Language Portfolio, communicates and discusses advanced written, oral and visual communication.
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik 4-Communicates by considering cultural differences in all national and international studies.
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik 1- It contributes to the process of becoming an information society by introducing technological, social and cultural advances to the society in the academic and professional context. 2
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik 2- Establishes functional interaction with relevant persons and institutions by using strategic decision-making processes in solving the problems encountered in the field. 3
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik 3- It produces solutions on social, scientific and ethical issues related to its field and supports the development of these values ​​at the national and international level. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Course introduction and historical development and mathematical value of algebra Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Soru-Cevap
2 Algebra and algebraic thinking and its development Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
3 Variable and equality concepts in primary and secondary school mathematics teaching Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma
4 Common misconceptions in algebra and removal methods Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma
5 In primary and secondary school mathematics teaching pattern concepts Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım
6 article review: KABAEL, T. U. and TANIŞLI, D. (2010). Teaching from pattern to function in algebraic thinking process. Elementary Education Online, 9(1), 213-228. Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Soru-Cevap
7 Algebraic thinking levels and secondary school types of students' encounters with algebra Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma
8 Midterm Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Transition processes from arithmetic to algebra Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
10 Article review: Akkan, Y. (2009). Examination of primary school students' transition processes from arithmetic to algebra. (PhD thesis) Karadeniz Technical University, Institute of Science and Technology. Akkan, Y., Baki, A., Çakıroğlu, Ü. (2012). 5-8. Examining the transition processes of primary school students from arithmetic to algebra in the context of problem solving. Hacettepe University Faculty of Education Journal. 43:1-13. Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Soru-Cevap
11 Worksheets in algebra teaching, problem solving approaches Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
12 Designing algebra learning environments 1 Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
13 Designing algebra learning environments 2 Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
14 Designing algebra learning environments 3 Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
15 Designing algebra learning environments 4 Reading related resources Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
16 Final Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Final Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 9 126
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 2 2
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 9 9
Final Exam 1 18 18
Total Workload (Hour) 197
Total Workload / 25 (h) 7,88
ECTS 8 ECTS