University of Maryland

Submitted by dchazan on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 11:00pm

A specialization in Mathematics and Science Education (MSED) is offered in the PhD program of the Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/graduate/mathematics-and-science-education-phd). Four foundational courses in mathematics education (https://education.umd.edu/research/centers/mathed/graduate-degrees/doctoral-degree/doctoral-program-courses), as well as coursework in mathematics, learning theory and research methodologies. Electives allow for coursework in educational leadership, urban education, evaluation design, college teaching, or other areas relevant to the student's goals. Students must pass comprehensive exams to advance to candidacy, as well as complete a doctoral dissertation to graduate. Elementary, middle grades, secondary, or college level mathematics education may be emphasized in this program (see alumni dissertations: https://education.umd.edu/research/centers/mathed/people/alumni). Qualified candidates should have K-12 or postsecondary mathematics teaching experience, or other relevant experience in mathematics education (e.g., research, curriculum development). Candidates may apply with or without a Masters degree in a mathematics education or mathematics-related field by the start of the doctoral program.

The Center for Mathematics Education (CfME@UM: education. umd.edu/mathed/) is home for mathematics education doctoral students and faculty. CfME offers monthly colloquia during the academic year, as well as social events and a series of committees that attend to the quality of students' experiences in the program. Full time students work 20 hours a week in teaching and research assistantships. Many of these assistantships are organized by CfME and include opportunities for engagement in teacher preparation programs for K-8, 4-9, and 7-12 teacher candidates, as well as teaching mathematics in the university's Mathematics Department and participation in faculty research projects. Since 2007, CfME has also supplemented departmental stipends with the Fey-Graeber Fellowship Program.

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Undergraduate major much preferred. Math through calculus always required.

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One year. Most fellowships require full time study.

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Effective Date(s) of Program Information:

Thu, 12/08/2022

Contact Name:

Dr. Daniel Chazan

Contact Email:

dchazan@umd.edu

City Website:

http://www.ci.college-park.md.us

Institution Website:

http://www.umd.edu

Program Website:

http://www.education.umd.edu/mathed

Special features or areas of interest that would be of interest to potential doctoral students:

The University of Maryland was part of the Mid-Atlantic Center for Mathematics Teaching and Learning (MAC-MTL) (http://www.education.umd.edu/mac-mtl), in partnership with Penn State and the University of Delaware, and funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). A series of four doctoral courses in mathematics education (learning, teaching, curriculum, professional-development/leadership) provide mathematics education specific grounding in research, theory and practice. Additionally, there are one credit seminars, specialized mathematics courses for graduate students in mathematics education, and assistantships that are an important part of the experience. Students are supported with Fey-Graeber fellowships. University of Maryland faculty interests include the learning of algebra and statistics; curriculum development; student thinking; professional development, school reform and equity. The greater Washington-Baltimore area offers ethnic diversity, rich cultural venues, employment opportunities for spouses/partners, contacts in government and professional agencies. Seashore and mountains within two hours.