Graduate Catalog 2021-2022

MED 700 Cognitive Processes in Mathematics

Analyze research concerning cognitive science in mathematics education. Conduct case study on cognition in mathematics.
3

Prerequisites

MED 610 with a minimum grade of C

Level Restriction

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MED 701 Quantitative Research in Mathematics Education

Learn advanced research concepts and methods that are unique in the study of educational mathematics. Includes data analysis and advanced statistical techniques.
3

Prerequisites

(MED 610 and MATH 651 with a minimum grade of C)

Level Restriction

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MED 702 Qualitative Research in Mathematics Education

A focus on paradigms, issues and methods of qualitative research in mathematics education. This includes critical analysis of literature and of data collected from mathematics learning environments.
3

Prerequisites

MED 610 with a minimum grade of C

Level Restriction

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MED 703 Teaching and Learning K-12 Mathematics

A focus on issues relevant to working with pre-service and in service K-12 mathematics teachers, and in promoting standards-based content, curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
3

Prerequisites

MED 610 with a minimum grade of C

Level Restriction

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MED 710 Seminar in Post-Secondary Mathematics Teaching

Curricular, pedagogical and ethical issues in college mathematics teaching. Students and faculty reflect on and discuss ways to improve and reform teaching. S/U graded.
1

Level Restriction

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MED 750 History and Philosophy of Mathematics Education

An exploration of the underpinnings of current K-16 mathematics education by examining the historical development, perspectives and schools of thought that have influenced the teaching of mathematics.
3

Prerequisites

MED 700 with a minimum grade of C

Level Restriction

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MED 766 Research Design Seminar

The course focuses on concrete issues of developing and conducting mathematics education research: picking a topic, developing problem statement, purpose, research questions, and relevant literature review. S/U graded.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR