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Build on Your Classroom Expertise With a Master of Mathematics Online Degree
Are you interested in helping address learning outcomes in the areas of advanced instruction, curriculum theory, human development and social foundations?
At the University of Southern Indiana, our master’s in secondary mathematics teaching program is focused on improving the educational landscape and student outcomes by enhancing the teaching of mathematics at the secondary level. Earning your master of mathematics online allows you to learn when and where it’s convenient for you. You’ll be able to focus your degree offerings to pursue the career path you desire.
You can choose to teach general math — or take on more advanced subjects such as calculus, trigonometry, algebra or geometry — at a public or private school. Teaching mathematics at the secondary level, you will work with students individually, grade assignments, guide student behavior, confer with parents, and give lectures and presentations. You may also train new teachers, supervise educational programs or even develop supplemental curricula.
Graduating with your master of education in mathematics from USI can help you achieve your career goals, increase your earning power and establish you as a leader in teaching mathematics at the secondary level Eighteen credit hours in mathematics classes enables graduates of the program to teach dual-credit mathematics courses in Indiana high schools and to teach mathematics at some higher education institutions.
USI’s master of education in mathematics coursework
The USI master of education in mathematics program, with an emphasis in teaching mathematics at the secondary level, is designed to enhance the content knowledge and skills of licensed, practicing secondary mathematics teachers.
Our master of mathematics online program consists of a total of 30 credit hours. Completing the 18 credit hours in mathematics enables you to teach dual-credit mathematics courses in Indiana high schools — and to teach mathematics at some higher education institutions.
The USI master of education in mathematics includes coursework in:
- Problem Solving in Mathematics
- Introduction to Analysis for Secondary Teachers
- Technology for Teaching Mathematics
- Number Theory and Applications
- Fundamental Models in Statistical Inference
- Foundations of Community-Based Education
- Research in Education
- Supervised Research Using Improvement Science Methodology
Choose 6 of the following 7 courses:
- MATH 603 - Fundamental Concepts of Algebra
- MATH 604 - Fundamental Concepts of Geometry
- MATH 605 - Problem Solving in Mathematics
- MATH 611 - Introduction to Analysis for Secondary Teachers
- MATH 621 - Technology for Teaching Mathematics
- MATH 641 - Number Theory & Applications
- STAT 638 - Fundamental Models in Statistical Inference
- EDUC 523 - Collaborative Partnerships
- EDUC 604 - Equity Education
All MSE students must complete the research sequence requirement – 6 hours. (Note these courses must be taken at USI. Transfer courses will not be accepted for the research sequence.)
- EDUC 601 - Research in Education (3 credit hours)
- EDUC 699 - Supervised Research (3 credit hours)
Choose your focus for your master’s in secondary mathematics teaching degree education
Students in USI’s master of mathematics online program focus on:
- Understanding the relationship between your school and the surrounding community to ensure the equitable and respectful treatment of students, their families, school staff and local residents
- Critically evaluating research on educational issues such as pedagogical practices, student learning and educational polices, and engaging in action research to advance your students’ learning and outcomes
- Engaging in reflection and critical inquiry to explore educational issues related to secondary instruction
- Demonstrating knowledge of the advanced mathematics subjects taught in grades 9–12
What Can You Do With a Master’s in Teaching Mathematics Degree?
By earning your master of mathematics online at USI, you’ll be prepared to teach mathematics at the secondary level as well as research, develop and implement curricula to improve student achievement and outcomes.
You’ll focus on how students learn and the most effective ways to educate them while exploring new trends and innovations in secondary teaching and learning. A master’s in teaching mathematics degree also provides a pathway for you to move into higher education.
As a graduate of USI’s master’s in teaching mathematics at the secondary level program, you’ll gain the potential to open doors to countless career positions.
USI also offers the New Experiences in Mathematics Education (NExIME) program.
The purpose of the NExIME Scholarship program is to provide financial support and incentives to eligible Indiana public high school mathematics teachers who teach or plan to teach dual credit mathematics. Based on expectations from the Higher Learning Commission, college faculty are required to have completed a master’s degree in their discipline or to have completed a master’s degree in another field with 18 hours of graduate credit in their discipline. This requirement includes dual credit teachers who teach college classes in the high school setting.
The program is funded through a STEM Teacher Recruitment Fund grant administered by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.
For more information, please visit the NExIME Scholarship homepage.