This webinar will explore the value, purposes and processes of building math pathways for elementary education majors.  The presenters will facilitate a dialogue with participants, and encourage those of you who have developed new pathways for elementary education majors to share your experiences and expertise.  Questions that will be addressed include:  Are there compelling reasons to develop such a targeted pathway?  Who needs to be in the room for initial discussions?  What quality control mechanisms exist for ensuring that participating students exit the pathway with all necessary knowledge and competencies?  What are the challenges/downsides of developing a math pathway for elementary education majors?  Note:  The University System of Maryland is beginning our work in this area, and we are hoping to learn from others in the field.  This webinar will be led as a facilitated discussion with guiding questions rather than a formal presentation. 

** If you or anyone you know has developed elementary ed math pathways, please contact Nancy Shapiro, nshapiro@usmd.edu, so that she can add you to the program list.