Analyze research concerning cognitive science in mathematics education. Conduct case study on cognition in mathematics.
Learn advanced research concepts and methods that are unique in the study of educational mathematics. Includes data analysis and advanced statistical techniques.
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.
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.
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.
Examines the research and practice of learning theories in mathematics education (grades 6-14), including their historical and contemporary significance in research and practice.
Examines the research and practice of curriculum development in mathematics education (grades 6-14), including educational philosophy, contemporary problems of curriculum design, and the role of mathematics teacher educators in curriculum decision-making processes.
Examines the research and practice of teaching models in mathematics education (grades 6-14), including theory-based and research-based practices of mathematics teaching in relation to historical and contemporary contexts.
Examines the research and practice of equity, inclusion, and diversity in mathematics education (grades 6-14), including the underlying theories of such research and practice in relation to historical and contemporary contexts.
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.
Under the mentorship of mathematical science faculty, participants will participate in the administration and facilitation of an undergraduate or master’s level course in the mathematics sciences.
Under the mentorship of a mathematics educator, participants will investigate a research question relevant to their degree goals, and actively engage in mathematics education research practices to answer a research question.
Under the mentorship of mathematical sciences faculty, participants will work on a problem relevant to their degree goals, and investigate possible solution paths and their relevance to mathematics education.
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.