College
of Natural, Applied and Health
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M.A. in Mathematics Education
- Master of Arts in Mathematics Education - Overview
- Option: Computer Applications
- Option: Supervision of Mathematics
- Option: Teaching of Mathematics
- Courses
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
or
- ID 5800 Thesis Option
Total 33 credits