Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics Certificate and MA Programs
The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Montclair State University offers two graduate programs in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics.
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The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Montclair State University offers three graduate programs in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics. Our programs provide teachers with a broad understanding of the fundamental principles that underlie middle school mathematics, while making practical connections to the classroom. Increased mathematics content and pedagogical knowledge will result in an enhanced level of confidence and appreciation of mathematics in teachers and students. For more information about these programs contact Dr. Eliza Leszczynski, leszczynskie@montclair.edu.
Furthering our goal to make these programs fully completable online, we will offer the following courses online in the coming semesters:
- Fall 2019
- Spring 2020
- Fall 2020
Elementary School Certification with Subject Matter Specialization: Mathematics in Grades 5-8
This certification program includes five content courses and offers an additional teaching endorsement for grades 5-8 mathematics. Teachers certified in disciplines other than mathematics, including elementary school and middle grades science, can become certified to teach mathematics in Grades 5-8. Courses in this program count towards the Master of Arts degree in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics.
Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics Certificate Program
This certificate program includes five content courses designed to deepen students’ understanding of middle grades mathematics. Upon completion of the program, students can choose to continue with the Master of Arts program in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics.
Master of Arts in Teaching Middle Grades Mathematics (MA)
This Master of Arts (M.A.) program advances middle grades mathematics teachers’ understanding of middle grades mathematics. It features five content courses and six courses in mathematics pedagogy. These courses focus on strengthening students’ content knowledge of mathematics for teaching, while modeling effective teaching practices.