Master of Art in Subject Matter Teaching - Mathematics

The M.A. in Subject Matter Teaching-Mathematics provides teachers
of high school mathematics the opportunity to acquire a more extensive
and more secure mathematical background. By reading research and
participating in seminars, the program also develops an awareness of
relevant and current educational theory. Graduates are able to assume
professional leadership roles.

Additional Admission Requirements

In addition to the minimum requirements of the University, students must
have an undergraduate background in Abstract Algebra, Geometry, and
Calculus III. If not, up to 6 S.H. of upper level undergraduate
course work may also be required.

Graduation Requirements

In addition to the completion of course requirements, students must pass
a comprehensive examination mathematics education given by
the Department of Mathematics. A thesis will be written in
Problems in Math Education I & II (0833.600 and 0833.601).

Course Requirements

I. Basic Professional Component ..............................6-9 S.H.

At least one course from each of two of the following three areas is required:
A. Research Methods and Educational Statistics
B. Historical, Philosophical, and Social Foundations
C. Educational and Developmental Psychology

II. Teaching Specialization .........................................18-21 S.H.

A. Required ...................................................................9 S.H.

MATH 01.500 Foundations of Mathematics

MATH 03.550 Topics in Discrete Mathematics

MATH 01.522 History of Mathematics

B. Restricted Electives ..................................................9-12 S.H.

MATH 01.502 Linear Algebra

MATH 01.503 Number Theory

MATH 01.504 Mathematical Logic

MATH 01.505 Probability & Statistics

MATH 01.507 Differential Geometry

MATH 01.510 Real Analysis I

MATH 01.511 Real Analysis II

MATH 01.512 Complex Analysis I

MATH 01.513 Complex Analysis II

MATH 01.520 Topics-Applied Mathematics

MATH 01.521 Non-Linear Differential Equations

MATH 01.524 Abstract Algebra I

MATH 01.525 Modern Geometry

MATH 01.526 Point Set Topology

MATH 01.527 Abstract Algebra II

MATH 01.529 Numerical Analysis OR Selected Graduate Computer Science Courses

III. Seminar and Research..................................6 S.H.

SMED 33.600 Problems in Mathematics Education I

SMED 33.601 Problems in Mathematics Education II

TOTAL ....................................................33 S.H.

Academic Advisor

Ronald Czochor, Ph. D
Program Coordinator
Department of Mathematics
Robinson Hall
(856) 256-4500 x 3885
czochor@rowan.edu