A conceptual course with a focus on developing a strong understanding in the topics of school mathematics. Emphasizes the interconnections between theory, algorithms and problem solving by examining student responses to fundamental elementary/middle school mathematics situations. Content areas in the course include probability, statistics, properties of geometric shapes and measurement in two and three dimensions, transformational geometry, relations/functions, and algebra. Recommended for Teaching Assistant Certificate majors or students interested in Early Childhood/Childhood Education. [Prerequisite: MAT 097 or equivalent within the past 4 years]