M. A. in Mathematics (Mathematics Education): Secondary Option

The intent of this program is to allow teachers to gain the knowledge, skills, and experiences that will result in your ability to expertly develop curriculum, design courses and lessons, supervise curriculum and instruction, assess mathematics programs, and (of course) learn mathematics.

This program is also an excellent way to achieve professional advancement in your field!

The requirements for the Master of Arts degree in Mathematics (Mathematics Education) - Secondary Option program can be completed in four summers, but many complete it in 3 by taking 1 to 2 courses during the regular academic year. 32 semester hours (30 semester hours if thesis is written) selected and approved by the Mathematics Department from the following:

• Graduate coursework in mathematics topics for secondary teachers (MAT 5635 and other similar courses)
• Graduate level secondary mathematics methods (MAT 5700)
• Mathematics education research course (MAT 5410)
• Independent Study or Thesis
• Graduate level education courses

Questions about this degree program should be directed to the Mathematics Education Graduate Coordinator.

The M.A. Mathematics (Mathematics Education) - Secondary Option is a predominantly summer program with summer assistantships and tuition waviers available.
Please contact the Mathematics Education Graduate Coordinator, or the department chairperson for more information.

Requirements to apply to the program include completion of certificate granting program in udergraduate mathematics, GRE test scores (no minimum score required), and it is reccomended (but not required) that you have two years teaching experience.

Important Links and Information:

• Begin your graduate school admission process here.
• Apply for a summer assistantship here.

Course Descriptions:

MAT 4800: Diagnosis, Remediation and Technology in Teaching Mathematics
The study of diagnosis, prescription, and remediation and their applications in teaching mathematics K-12, as well as the applications of modern techno-logical advances to the teaching of mathematics.

MAT 5410: Introduction to Research in Mathematics Education
This course provides experiences in defining problems and in using research techniques to apply, interpret, and evaluate research specific to mathematics education. Prerequisite: Eight semester hours of coursework in the degree program.

MAT 5635: Mathematical Topics for Secondary School Mathematics Teachers
Topics selected from areas of mathematics useful in teaching high school mathematics including algebra, analysis, geometry, etc. May be repeated for credit if a different topic is taught. A maximum of nine semester hours credit may be earned toward a Master's degree program.

MAT 5700: Topics in Teaching Mathematics
Study of problems which arise in teaching secondary mathematics, research in mathematics education; assigned reading reports. Prerequisite: Experience teaching grades six through twelve. May be repeated for a maximum of nine semester hours credit.

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