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Curriculum and Program of study
Program Coordinator: Dr. Brian Beaudrie, e-mail: bpbeaudrie@plymouth.edu
Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education 7-12
B.S., Mayville State University; M.S., University of North Dakota; Ph.D., Montana State University
The M.Ed. in Mathematics Education degree has two programs, 5–8 Mathematics Education and 7–12 Mathematics Education. Middle school teachers may select either program, as both are appropriate to that educational level. Both programs are designed to strengthen the mathematics and pedagogical background of the M.Ed. candidate in the program. The program also seeks to raise students' awareness of current thinking in the field of mathematics education and in education in general. The goals of the program are to:
- Have candidates deepen their own mathematical knowledge
- Have candidates broaden their teaching strategies and techniques
- Encourage candidates to consider their goals and broaden their professional background by completing selected professional education offerings
- Offer candidates an opportunity to do course work in an area not previously considered
- Encourage candidates to complete courses pertinent to their teaching assignments.
Degree Requirements
- Each candidate must either:
- Take a course in each of the three fields of algebra, geometry, and probability and statistics, or
- Show competence and recent involvement in each of those fields by having had a course within the last six years from time of acceptance into the program.
- Candidates in the Secondary Mathematics program must either:
- Be certified in Secondary Mathematics Education, or
- Be seeking Secondary Mathematics certification through the M.Ed. program.
- Additional credits may be required.
- The individualized portion of the program may be selected from MG 3100 (courses below MG 3100 are not acceptable for graduate credit), MG 4000 and MG 5000 numbered courses in mathematics or from professional education courses. Students and their mathematics advisor, with the consent of the Director of Graduate Admissions, Certification and Programs, will select courses and write a contract that strengthens their undergraduate program, enriches their knowledge of mathematics and mathematics education, and improves their teaching ability. Graduate courses (5000 level) are offered in each field and should be included in programs.
M.Ed. Mathematics Education with 5-8 or 7-12 Certification
Required Courses
Master's Core ComponentED 5000 Social Behavior in a Diverse Society - 3 credits
- OR -
ED 5005 Social Psychology and Mythology across Cultures - 3 credits
ED 5010 Philosophy, Ethics and Education - 3 credits
ED 5030 Research Design - 3 credits
ED 5040 Education and Society - 3 credits
Learning Theory Requirements
MA 3080 Introduction to Math Education - 2 credits
- OR -
ED 5270 Foundations of Teaching - 3 credits
MG 4020 Cultural and Psychological Aspects Of Mathematics - 3 credits
- OR -
ED 5060 Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development- 3 credits
CO 5430 Assessment and Consultation - 3 credits
- OR -
RL 5710 Advanced Diagnostic Testing and the Improvement of Reading and Writing - 3 credits
ED 6100 Curriculum Integration and Performance-Based Assessment - 3 credits
- OR -
ED 5140 Assessment Principles and Practices - 3 credits
ED 5570 Classroom Intervention and Special Education Strategies - 3 credits
MG 4030 Math in the Secondary and Middle School - 3 credits
- OR -
ED 5080 Instructional Strategies and Curriculum Design - 3 credits
Capstone Experience
ED 5960 Internship in Teacher Education - 9 credits
– OR –
ED 5210 Graduate Practicum - 6 credits
Minimum credits for M.Ed. in Mathematics Education - 33 credits
Note: Additional credits may be needed for math competencies to obtain New Hampshire State Educator Certification.
