Math Education Studies EdM

If you have substantial math content background, wish to be a leader in math education, aim to teach math nationally or internationally, and are not seeking New York State teaching certification, our math education studies program will provide you the tools necessary to achieve your professional goals. This part time program is available on-campus and online. It is a 33-credit program, and can be completed in two years. Our program emphasizes the use of technology in mathematics teaching and learning, and the assessment of students’ understanding and performance.

Required Core (27 credits)

LAI 514LEC - Adolescent Writing Across the Curriculum Credits: 1 - 3
LAI 542LEC - Enrichment Topics in Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Credits: 3
LAI 544LEC - Teaching Advanced Placement Calculus Credits: 3
LAI 546LEC - Teaching and Learning of Algebra Credits: 3
LAI 552LEC - Middle Childhood/Adolescent Literacy Methods Credits: 1 - 3
LAI 553LAB - Technology in Secondary Math Teaching Credits: 3
LAI 578LEC - The Teaching and Learning of AP Statistics Credits: 3
LAI 645LEC - Sch Mth Adv Standpoint 3 Credits: 3
LAI 647LEC - Sch Mth Adv Standpoint 4 Credits: 3

Electives (3-6 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 33 minimum total credit hours.

LAI 508LEC - Educational Uses of the Internet (Online) Credits: 3
LAI 534LEC - Measurement and Evaluation of STEM Instruction Credits: 3
LAI 599LEC - Technology and Curriculum Integration Credits: 3
LAI 603LEC - Developing Curricula for Emerging Adolescents Credits: 3
LAI 640SEM - Designing Course Content Using Digital Resources Credits: 3
LAI 678LEC - Digital Media in Education Credits: 3

Culminating Experience: Exam or Project (0-3 credits)

LAI 700TUT - Indiv Guidnc Capstn Event Credits: 1 - 6

Total Credit Hours: 33

3.0 Degree GPA required. Required to complete the program within 5 years.

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)
Online (100 percent of the degree requirements can be fulfilled online)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time
Part Time

Credits Required

33 Hours

Time-To-Degree

1 to 2 Years
Must complete degree within 5 years.

Application Fee

$50

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.