The educational specialist with a specialization in mathematics education focuses on training educators to develop and administer mathematics programs in k-12 schools, as well as in the areas of middle and secondary school mathematics. This specialization provides educators with skills for assessment, curriculum development, grant writing, and teaching subject areas such as geometry, algebra, and calculus. Course content is research-based and infuses best practices in education.
practicing mathematics teachers who wish to obtain a graduate degree and increase their expertise in their current field
individuals with a master’s degree who wish to obtain a graduate degree and increase their knowledge and skills in mathematics education
completed admission application packet, including a $50 nonrefundable application fee made payable to Nova Southeastern University
official transcript indicating conferral of a master’s degree by a regionally accredited institution (3.0 minimum cumulative grade point average required)
official transcripts from all previously attended postsecondary institutions
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EDU 708 Research Design in Education
EDU 5000 Orientation to the Graduate Teacher Education Program
EDU 702 Curriculum Trends and Innovation
EDU 714 Families, Schools, and Communities: Ethical Issues and Practices
EDU 719 Current Research in Human Development
EDU 729 Evaluation and Assessment Practices
MAT 704 Algebra for Teachers
MAT 705 Advanced Problem-Solving Strategies for Teachers
MAT 701 Creative Geometry for the Classroom
MAT 700 Incorporating Calculus Ideas in the Classroom
MAT 702 Probability and Statistics for the Educational Specialist
MAT 680 The K-12 Mathematics Curriculum: Teaching, Learning, Assessment and Diversity
MAT 711 How to Obtain Funding in Mathematics Through Grants and Sponsorship
This capstone project is the final step in the completion of the program. Graduate students will learn how to write a winning proposal through research and coursework and design a successful mathematics intervention program for their targeted population through both qualitative and quantitative research approaches. The major outcome of this capstone will be to develop an actual funding and grants proposal for their school or district.
satisfactory completion of all required coursework
successful completion of the field-based project
cumulative maintained grade point average of 3.0 or higher
completed application for degree
Coursework in the mathematics education specialization is conducted entirely online. This approach allows students to receive and submit coursework and interact with participants and professors via the Internet. This distance delivery option allows busy professionals to complete their degree without having to leave their jobs or travel long distances.
Faculty members for the educational specialist are recognized scholars and educators from Nova Southeastern University and other major universities and institutions throughout the country. In addition, many are also highly respected professional practitioners. They are carefully selected on the basis of their subject expertise, teaching abilities, and professional involvement. Most importantly, they are united in their desire to not only educate, but to inspire students to use what they learn to inspire others.
Courses in the mathematics education specialization may meet state department of education requirements for certification and/or recertification. It is the responsibility of each student to contact his or her state department of education regarding certification, recertification, and/or endorsement requirements.