EDU 260 CC: COLONIALISM,MATH,CURRICULA

This course merges mathematics with critical educational studies, anti-colonial, and anti-racist thought. It examines the development of Western Mathematics and its connection to the logics of Anglo-imperialism and settler colonialism, which are at the core of our intertwined human and ecological crises. Via historical and philosophical inquiries into current mathematics curricula, students will evaluate, create, edit, and adapt K-8 math units.

Credits

4

Notes

This class assumes prior coursework in the sociopolitical construction of race/racism within the U.S. Although mathematics is the course content, the mathematics required is appropriate for K-8 students. Higher levels of mathematics will be supported, but not required.

Prerequisite

No prerequisite. Prior coursework concerning the sociopolitical construction of race/racism within the U.S. is recommended.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 24 students.

Attributes

MOIE, CC