MED - Mathematics Education

MED 272 Mathematics Tutoring (1)

Upon completion of 2 hours of instruction on how to tutor in mathematics, the student will complete 30 clock hours of tutoring. S/U graded. Repeatable, may be taken two times.

MED 341 Tools and Technology of Secondary Mathematics (2)

Prerequisite: PTEP, Phase II. Hands-on experiences with graphing calculators and computer software for teaching mathematics. Students will learn about and use appropriate tools for enhancing mathematics instruction in secondary schools.

MED 381 Fundamental Mathematics Education Lab (2)

Prerequisite: MATH 182 or equivalent. Students will experience fundamental mathematics content in the role of teacher assistant and peer leader. Students will discuss current issues and practical concerns about mathematics education.

MED 422 Directed Studies (1-3)

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Repeatable, maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

MED 441 Methods of Teaching Mathematics (3)

Corequisite: STEP 363. Full admittance to PTEP required. For prospective teachers seeking licensure in middle grade or secondary school mathematics. Focus on teaching lessons, curriculum overviews, and applying theories of learning and teaching mathematics. Early field experience desirable.

MED 508 Workshop (1-3)

A variety of workshops on special topics within the discipline. Goals and objectives will emphasize the acquisition of general knowledge and skills in the discipline. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

MED 509 Advanced Placement Program AB and BC Calculus (1-3)

Topics in calculus and pedagogical information related to establishing and maintaining a calculus advanced placement program. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

MED 510 Advanced Placement
Statistics (1-3)

Topics in the content and pedagogy related to teaching and maintaining an Advanced Placement Statistics program. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

MED 513 Professional Renewal (1-3)

Update skills and knowledge of professionals in the discipline. Goals and objectives will be specifically directed at individual professional enhancement rather than the acquisition of general discipline knowledge or methodologies. S/U or letter graded. Repeatable, under different subtitles.

MED 514 Geometry in Middle School Mathematics Teaching (3)

A combined mathematics/mathematics education course for current middle school teachers. Content includes measurement, symmetry, properties of figures, proof, and pedagogical content knowledge for teaching geometry at the middle grades.

MED 515 Number and Operation in Middle School Mathematics Teaching (3)

Topics in number theory, arithmetic operations and their representations (algebraic and geometric), and pedagogical content knowledge for teaching the middle grades, with particular emphasis on preparing students to enter algebra.

MED 516 Algebra in Middle School Mathematics Teaching (3)

A combined mathematics/mathematics education course for current middle school teachers. Content includes algebraic representations of patterns, numbers, and functions and pedagogical content knowledge for teaching algebra.

MED 528 Teaching of Discrete Mathematics (2)

Graduates only. Methods of teaching discrete mathematics including using technology, projects, cooperative groups and the development of curriculum materials. Topics will include the teaching of existence problems, counting problems and optimization problems.

MED 534 Teaching Algebra and Trigonometry (2)

Graduates only. Current research on instruction in algebra/trigonometry; current curricular issues. Approach teaching of Algebra and Trigonometry from a conceptual and problem solving point of view.

MED 543 Teaching Geometry (2)

Graduates only. Students will develop teaching modules and models based on current theories of cognition and recommendations of professional societies.

MED 550 Teaching Applied Probability and Statistics (2)

Graduates only. Methods of teaching topics of probability and statistics including hands-on experience in collecting and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive techniques, random variables, curve fitting and use of technology.

MED 587 Technology, Manipulatives and NCTM Standards (3)

Classroom use of mathematics software, calculators, pattern blocks, attribute blocks, geoboards, geometric solids, MIRA's and others presented to teach problem solving, skills and concepts. S/U graded.

MED 595 Teaching Advanced Topics in Secondary School Mathematics (2)

Graduates only. Methods of teaching advanced mathematics topics in high school mathematics with emphasis on pedagogy, working cooperatively and developing curriculum materials for teaching such topics as vectors, fractals and transformations.

MED 599 Action Research Project (1)

Graduates only. Research a current problem in secondary mathematics education relevant to their own teaching situation. Develop goals, review relevant literature and plan the project while progressing through the program. Repeatable, may be taken three times.

MED 600 Introduction to Research in Mathematics Education (3)

For graduate students only. Examination and critique of current research in mathematics education. A focus on research design, analysis and reporting of both qualitative and quantitative research.

MED 610 Survey of Research in Mathematics Education (3)

Graduates only. The goals of this course are to synthesize and re-conceptualize past research, suggest areas of research most useful to advancing the field and provide implications for classroom practice.

MED 622 Directed Studies (1-3)

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Repeatable, maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

MED 630 Technology in Mathematics Education (2)

Prerequisite: MED 600 or consent of instructor. Graduates only. Hands-on training in using new software tools for the instruction of mathematics. Current research and curriculum reform efforts concerning technology in teaching will be examined. Repeatable, may be taken two times.

MED 654 Seminar in College Mathematics Teaching (1)

Prerequisite: Graduates only. Improvement of undergraduate mathematics teaching via active student-based learning and implementation of a learning cycle of informed practice and information gathering, reflection and analysis, and planning and modified practice. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

MED 673 Teaching and Learning Mathematics on the Elementary Level (3)

Prerequisite: B.A. in mathematics or equivalent. To prepare elementary/middle school mathematics specialists. Includes mathematics review of number theory, geometry and other content, NCTM curriculum, professional and assessment standards, use of technology and manipulatives and research.

MED 674 Teaching and Learning Mathematics on the Secondary Level (3)

Prerequisite: MED 610. Graduates only. Address and evaluate specific problems in mathematics education. Allow students to examine curricular concerns, evaluation, teaching special populations and cognitive issues relating specifically to the secondary level.

MED 675 Teaching and Learning Mathematics on the Post-Secondary Level (3)

Prerequisite: MED 610 or consent of instructor. Graduates only. Address community college and undergraduate level mathematics education issues. Focus on current curriculum reform and research into learning and teaching on the post-secondary level.

MED 678 Special Topics (2-3)

No more than six hours may be applied to any one graduate degree. Prerequisites and topics announced in Schedule of Classes. Repeatable, may be taken three times, under different subtitles.

MED 700 Cognitive Processes in Mathematics (3)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Analyze research concerning cognitive science in mathematics education. Conduct case study on cognition in mathematics.

MED 701 Educational Mathematics Research (3)

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

MED 702 Qualitative Research in Mathematics Education (3)

Prerequisites: MED 700. 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.

MED 703 Teaching and Learning K-12 Mathematics (3)

Prerequisites: MED 610, MED 700, or consent of instructor. A focus on issues relevant to working with preservice and inservice K-12 mathematics teachers, and in promoting standards-based content, curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.

MED 710 Seminar in Post-Secondary Mathematics Teaching (1)

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.

MED 750 History and Philosophy of Mathematics Education (3)

Prerequisite: MED 700 or consent of

instructor. 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.