College of Natural, Applied and Health Sciences

M.A. in Mathematics Education

Option: Supervision of Mathematics

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Dr. Francine Abeles
Science Bldg. C-229, (908)737-37o1/3714

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Master of Arts in Mathematics Education, Supervision of Mathematics Education Option provides a fully approved program for teachers of mathematics who wish to become supervisors of mathematics in the secondary school. Exceptionally well qualified candidates can elect additional coursework in computer applications to strengthen their skills.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the University's admission requirements:

Undergraduate major or strong minor in mathematical science
New Jersey Instructional Certificate in Mathematics
GRE(Graduate Record Examination - General Test) scores
Two letters of recommendation
Departmental interview may be required

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

33 credits including a 12 credits in supervision and curriculum and a six credit thesis
Comprehensive examination

REQUIRED COURSES 15 credit

Math 5700 Current issues in Mathematics Education 3

EL 5606 School Supervision and Organizational Theory 3
EL 5607 Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction 3
EL 5613 Curriculum Development and Evaluation: Theory and Practice 3
EL 5614 Learning, Instruction, Evaluation and the Curricula 3

MATHEMATICAL SPECIALIZATION 12 credits

Four Mathematics Courses selected with advisement from: Foundations, Algebra, Geometry, Analysis, Applications, Probability & Statistics, History and Computer Science courses.

RESEARCH 6 credits

Math 5798 -5799 Advanced Seminar: Research in Mathematics Education I & II

ID 5800 Thesis Option

Total 33 credits