Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics Education Specialization: Middle School Math Teaching and Learning Area of Emphasis, M.Ed.
Master of Education
Program Overview
Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics Education Specialization: Middle School Math Teaching and Learning Area of Emphasis, Master of Education (M.Ed.) is a 30-credit program intended for teachers already certified in elementary education, special education, or in ESOL who are or plan to teach in mathematics classrooms in the middle grades (4th - 9th grade).
The program prepares teachers to become highly qualified middle grades mathematics teachers. Research-based, the program includes mathematics content and mathematics education courses, integrated content and pedagogy courses, and an action research course. Courses include school-based components, such as visits to other teachers’ classrooms, inquiry into teaching practice, analysis of assessments, and case studies.
Open to any educator regardless of where they are currently employed.
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Learning Goals
Learning Goals
- This program supports the development and refinement of teachers’ pedagogical knowledge and equips them with the skills to implement curriculum resources equitably and effectively for every student.
- Program participants are prepared to be reflective practitioners for classrooms of diverse learners through inquiry and practice.
- This research-based program involves mathematics content and mathematics education courses, integrated content and pedagogy courses, as well as an action research course.
Careers
Career Options
Teachers who complete this program will be qualified to teach mathematics in grades 4-9, and can apply for the MSDE add-on endorsement for middle grade mathematics.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Information on admissions and application to this program can be found on the University Graduate Admissions website.
Use Program Code: MCMM; Area of Interest Code: MCMM
If you do not meet the Graduate School minimum requirement of 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in all prior Undergraduate and Graduate work, please submit a petition for a letter of support from the program coordinator, contact Sara Kirschner at skirschn@umd.edu to make this request.
Requirements
Program Requirements
Program of Study (Required Courses)
These courses in mathematics education focus on the content taught in the relevant grade-band curriculum, as well as the design, pedagogy, and student learning issues associated with teaching and learning the content. These courses were developed jointly by TLPL-Math Ed faculty and Math Department faculty with consultation from MCPS.
- TLPL 612: Teaching and Learning Algebra in the Middle School (3 cr)
- TLPL 615: Teaching and Learning Geometry in the Middle Grades (3 cr)
- TLPL 616: Teaching and Learning Statistics in the Middle School (3 cr)
These three mathematics content courses are intended to deepen the middle school teacher’s understanding of the subject matter. Courses focus on algebra, data analysis & statistics. These courses are taught by the Mathematics Department faculty.
- MATH 487: Number for Middle School Teachers (3 cr)
- MATH 480: Algebra for Middle School Teachers (3 cr)
- MATH 481: Statistics and Data Analysis for Middle School Teachers (3 cr)
These courses on assessment, curriculum, and students' mathematical understanding review theory and research that helps teachers see themselves in relation to the broader field of mathematics education.
- TLPL 610: Trends in Mathematics Education (3 cr)
- TLPL 613: Problem-Solving and Innovative Thinking in Mathematics Classrooms (3 cr)
- TLPL 614: Assessing Mathematical Understanding (3 cr)
This course provides for foundations in quantitative and/or qualitative inquiry and analysis and engages the candidate in the completion of a classroom-based inquiry project.
- TLPL 698: Conducting Research on Teaching
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