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MATH 457 - Number Theory for Mathematics Instruction

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Prerequisite: Enrolled in mathematics education, sophomore standing
Description: An introduction to topics of elementary number theory including divisibility, prime numbers, factorization, binary numbers, modular arithmetic, identification codes, cryptography, Diophantine equations, Euclidean algorithm, and alternative algorithms. Explores curricular materials, resources, and activities relevant to teaching number theory at the middle and secondary levels.


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