Courses

Mathematics Education Course Descriptions

MAE 7796 RESEARCH ISSUES IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (3)

This course focuses on the analysis of current research in mathematics education and its implications for instruction in school mathematics programs. More specifically, the course examines the characteristics of research in mathematics education and its impact on mathematics curricula, learning, and instruction. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. program with emphasis in Mathematics Education or CI.

MAE 7146 CURRICULUM HISTORY AND RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

This course surveys curriculum history in mathematics education, discusses current research on mathematics education curricula, and explores issues related to conducting research on curriculum in this field. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. Program with emphasis in Mathematics Education or CI.

MAE 7138  ASSESSMENT ISSUES IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

This course discusses a broad range of issues related to assessment in mathematics education at all levels, including state, national, and international assessments in mathematics. In addition, issues related to rubrics and alternative assessments as they particularly relate to mathematics are discussed from curricular and research perspectives. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. Program with emphasis in Mathematics Education or CI.

MAE 7794 PREPARING MATHEMATICS TEACHERS K-12

This course focuses on analyzing and examining the research in mathematics teaching and teacher education. Course participants will consider the various ways of studying the teaching of mathematics and analyze what has been learned from the study of teaching. Participants will analyze research and identify issues related to the initial preparation of teachers of mathematics and to the professional development of practicing teachers of mathematics. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. Program with emphasis in Mathematics Education or CI.

MAE 7655  RESEARCH ISSUES IN TECHNOLOGY IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

This course focuses on issues surrounding the use of technology in mathematics education.  It includes an examination of perspectives and research about technology in mathematics education and the implications for technology instruction in school mathematics programs. More specifically, this course examines the characteristics of technology in mathematics education and its impact on mathematics curricula, learning, instruction, and teacher preparation.  Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. Program with emphasis in Mathematics Education or CI.

MAE 7945 PRACTICUM IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (taken twice)

 This practicum provides doctoral students in mathematics education an opportunity to engage in professional experiences in teaching or research that are individualized to meet future academic needs and goals. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. Program with emphasis in Mathematics Education or CI.