UAA PACE, 500-Level Upper Division Course

Graded

COURSE OVERVIEW

Problem solving is an essential skill in both school and in life, and this course focuses on best practices to infuse problem solving into your math instruction. Empower students as they develop their Mathematical Habits of Mind, and explore a range of strategies to foster problem-solving skills, both before, during, and after teaching math. Compare and contrast planning practices that effectively incorporate problem solving into math lessons, and learn to emphasize equity and accessibility to promote an inclusive learning experience for all students learning math. Get ready to gain the tools and knowledge to empower students in becoming confident and capable problem solvers in mathematics. 

Expected Learning Outcomes

• Connect ideas about problem solving in math with your current instructional model.
• Identify strategies to support Mathematical Habits of Mind and ways to advance equity and accessibility instruction for all students learning math. 
• Explain how to promote problem solving skills before, during, and after math instruction. 
• Compare and contrast planning practices that include problem solving in math instruction. 

Course Syllabus This is a preview syllabus only.  The official syllabus will be provided to you with your login information.

• Methods of Instruction - Videos, readings and written responses.  No quizzes, midterms or finals. All readings are within the online environment.
• Course Grading Rubric

Grade Levels: 6-12

IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION

This Teaching Channel course is fully self-paced—you may register and begin at any time.

Current Session

• Registration Deadline: October 15, 2026 
• Coursework Due: November 15, 2026 (you may finish earlier) 
• Grades Released: September 2, 2026
  Please allow up to two weeks from this date—or from your completion date thereafter—for your grade to be processed and delivered to ASDN. 

Next Session

• Registration opens October 16, 2026, with coursework due April 15, 2027, and grades released beginning January 2, 2027. 

Cancellation Policy
You may cancel within one week of registration. A $125 cancellation fee will apply.

Extensions or transfers are not permitted.

TUITION

$495 Subscriber

$545 Non-Subscriber

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PROVIDER DETAILS

Contact the Teaching Channel directly for questions specific to coursework.  Email: instructor@teachingchannel.com or call at 1-877-394-4930.  Contact ASDN for registration or transcript questions.