Secondary Education (MEd) - Mathematics Education

Program Overview

The Mathematics Education track in the Secondary Education MEd program provides advanced knowledge and skills for mathematics teachers. Core courses cover classroom management, emerging technologies, and research methods. Specialization courses focus on teaching algebra, geometry, and specific areas such as problem-solving and technology integration. The program culminates in a capstone research project or thesis, fostering independent research abilities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Mathematics Education track in the Secondary Education MEd program is designed to meet the advanced knowledge and skill needs of the classroom teacher of mathematics. The program requires 21 credit hours of core courses, including completion of a capstone research project or thesis. In addition, students take 12 credit hours of specialization courses.

Outline:

• Core Courses (15 credit hours):
• EDS 5356 - Mentoring and Clinical Supervision of Pre-professional Educators (3)
• ESE 5344 - Managing the Secondary Classroom (3)
• ESE 6036 - Contemporary Issues in Secondary Education (3)
• EME 6053 - Teaching and Learning with Emerging Technologies (3)
• LAE 5496 - Disciplinary Literacy in the Content Areas (3)
• Culminating Experience (6-9 credit hours):
• EDF 6472 - Data-Driven Decision-Making for Instruction (3)
• ESE 6427 - Capstone: Action Research in Secondary Education (3)
• OR Thesis (at least 6 credits from LAE, MAE, SCE, or SSE 6971)
• Specialization Courses (12 credit hours):
• MAE 6337 - Teaching Algebra in the Secondary School (3)
• MAE 6338 - Teaching Geometry in the Secondary School (3)
• At least 2 of the following:
• MAE 6517 - Diagnosis/Remediation of Difficulties in Mathematics for the Classroom Teacher (3)
• MAE 6641 - Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills (3)
• MAE 6656 - Using Technology in the Instruction of K-12 Mathematics (3)
• MAE 6899 - Seminar in Teaching Mathematics (3)
• IDS 6516 - Leadership Development for Mathematics and Science Teachers (3)
• IDS 6910 - Research in Mathematics and Science Education (3)
• IDS 6937 - Teaching Mathematics and Science Using Reform-Based Practices (3)
• IDS 6939 - Reforming Curriculum in Mathematics and Science Education (3)

Other:

• Track Prerequisites: Evidence of eligibility for a professional teaching certificate in Florida in related area and/or sustained teaching experience within schools/colleges (approved by track coordinator).
• Independent Learning: The MEd requires a course-based action research study and completion of a capstone experience (research report or thesis).