Mathematics Education Concentration
Master of Science in Education
Track 1
This program is designed for individuals who have a background in mathematics
and a desire to examine the processes involved in mathematics education —instruction,
learning and curriculum. The program requires coursework in mathematics,
mathematics education and general education. Opportunities exist within
the program to integrate instructional technology, to further professional
development, and to collaborate with researchers and practitioners.
A flexible program structure was intentionally developed to meet the
needs of individual students. Teaching experience at any level from kindergarten
through college is desirable but not required for admission to the program. Before
completion if this program the applicant must have met requirements for
the Tennessee Teachers Professional Certificate or its equivalent in
Mathematics.
Course of Study |
Hrs Credit |
Core: |
12 |
Theory and Practice in Teacher Education 517 - Trends and Issues in Education |
3 |
Curriculum, Educational Research, and Evaluation 580 - Techniques for Research in Curriculum and Instruction |
3 |
Choose 3 hours credit from the Curriculum, Educational Research and Evaluation(CRE), Cultural Studies in Education (CSE), Elementary Education, or Instructional Technology (IT), courses listed below: |
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CRE 541 - The High School Curriculum |
3 |
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CRE 557 - The Junior High and Middle School Curriculum |
3 |
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CRE 558 - Curriculum Planning and Development |
3 |
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CRE 560 - Student Assessment |
3 |
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CRE 588 - Instructional Theory and Design |
3 |
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CSE 511 - History of American Education |
3 |
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CSE 526 - Philosophy of Education |
3 |
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CSE 539 - Development of Educational Thought |
3 |
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CSE 545 - Educational Sociology |
3 |
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CSE 546 - Topics in History of Education |
3 |
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CSE 547 - Topics in Philosophy of Education |
3 |
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CSE 549 - Topics in International Education |
3 |
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IT 521 - Computer Applications in the Classroom |
3 |
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IT 569 - Media and Technology Production Techniques |
3 |
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Elementary Education 527- Elementary School Curriculum |
3 |
Concentration: |
21 |
Math Educ 581 - Seminar in Mathematics
Education |
3 |
Math Educ 583 - Teaching Mathematics in Senior High School and Community Colleges |
3 |
Choose one or more course (3 credits minimum) from the following, to be approved by the student's committee: |
3 |
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Math Educ 522 - Programs and Materials in School Mathematics |
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Math Educ 530 - Teaching Mathematics to Young Children, K-4 |
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Math Educ 543 - Teaching Mathematics in Middle School, 5-8 |
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Non-Thesis Option |
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Two courses in 400-500 level mathematics |
6 |
Two elective courses to be approved by the advisor |
6 |
Total |
33 |
Thesis Option |
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All courses listed above the heading "Non-Thesis Option"and . . . |
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One course in 400-500 level mathematics |
3 |
One elective course to be approved by the advisor |
3 |
Teacher Education 500 - Thesis |
6 |
Total |
30 |
Mathematics Education Advisor: |
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Contact CEHHS
335 Claxton Complex
1122 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996
Phone: 865-974-2201
Fax: 865-974-8718