Mathematics Education

• SED ME 580: Connecting Seminar: Geometry
  Focuses on how concepts developed in university-level geometry courses connect to and form the foundation for the middle and high school geometry curriculum. 2cr, either sem.
• SED ME 581: Advanced Topics in Algebra for Teachers
  Exploration of advanced topics in algebra with emphasis on functions and the mathematical structures of group, ring, integral domain, and field. Connections are made among advanced algebraic concepts and middle and high school mathematics. 2 or 4 cr, 1st sem.
• SED ME 584: Inquiry for School Teachers
  This course introduces graduate students in mathematics education and in-service mathematics teachers to the theory and practice of teacher-led inquiry. This course prepares teachers to conduct research studies for their own practice, including research design, data collection, data analysis and reporting findings. 4cr, Summer 1
• SED ME 589: Designing Professional Development Programs in Mathematics Education
  Students examine models for the professional development of mathematics teachers; conduct needs assessment of the teachers in their target groups; and design professional development programs that respond to those needs. Programs focus on upgrading mathematical content knowledge and pedagogical and assessment practices. 4cr, 2nd sem.
• SED ME 590: Field Study: Mathematics Education 5-8 or 8-12
  Open only to matriculated graduate students who have completed ME589 and have approval of the Field Study director. On-site conduct of the professional development program designed in ME589. Variable cr, either sem.
• SED ME 608: Student-Teaching Practicum: Mathematics, 5-8
  Only for matriculated graduate students who hold an initial license and are seeking current professional licensure. Full-time student-teaching in selected middle schools. Six weeks; Minimum 150 hours required. 4cr, either sem.
• SED ME 609: Student-Teaching Practicum: Mathematics, 8-12
  Only for matriculated graduate students who hold an initial license and are seeking current professional licensure. Full-time student-teaching in selected high schools. Six weeks; Minimum 150 hours required. 4cr, either sem.
• SED ME 851: Seminar: Mathematics Education
  This seminar course for doctoral students examines historic and current research on specific topics in mathematics education. Topics chosen that focus on current issues in the field. 4cr, either sem.

Note that this information may change at any time.

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