Mathematics Education

Our Mathematics programs equip educators with the advanced knowledge, skills, and pedagogical approaches necessary to excel in teaching mathematics to all students. These programs include a blend of theoretical and practical coursework, focusing on both mathematical content and effective teaching strategies, and are offered in a variety of degree forms.

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Degrees Offered:

Master of Education (M.Ed.), Initial Licensure

Master of Education (M.Ed.), Professional Licensure

Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)

License-only

Certificate


Master of Education (M.Ed. ITL & PTL)

The program typically includes core courses that provide a strong foundation in mathematics and its applications. Students are offered the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in discrete mathematics, mathematical modeling, mathematical methods and pedagogy, as well as technological integration.

By completing an M.Ed. in Mathematics, educators can enhance their ability to inspire students, foster a love of learning, and empower them to succeed in the mathematical sciences.

Education Specialist (Ed.S., M.Ed. (PTL), License-only)

Gordon College's math specialist program is designed to empower educators who aspire to become teacher leaders in mathematics, particularly those working with PreK-8 students who face challenges in learning math. Through this program, educators acquire the essential skills to accurately assess, differentiate, and remediate specific areas of difficulty in math instruction.

The curriculum is grounded in research-based instructional practices, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively implement mathematical instruction and intervention for students in schools. By focusing on evidence-based approaches, the program ensures that educators are equipped to provide targeted support and foster a positive learning environment for all students.

Individuals holding a license, a master’s degree, and a minimum teaching experience of one year under that license, may opt for the Math Specialist in Ed.S. degree program. To obtain licensure, take the MTEL exam at the specified mathematics level.

The math specialist concentration is designed specifically for aspiring or current educators who wish to better understand how students learn math in order to help them succeed despite learning challenges. Through hands-on experience at the Gordon College Math Clinic, math specialists learn how to assess and address learning differences in math calculation, math fluency, math problem solving, number sense, math vocabulary, and working memory.

Certificate in Math Intervention

Build confidence in supporting all math learners in this online graduate certificate program. You will learn to administer and interpret diagnostic mathematics assessments, which will help you identify goals for students who struggle with learning mathematics. Additionally, you will design, facilitate, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions grounded in evidence-based practices to support these students. The coursework includes practical, field-based experiences, such as observing and teaching math lessons, and requires a minimum of fifteen hours of tutoring.

The Math Intervention certificate program is stackable. Following successful program application, the courses completed for this certificate may be applied to one of Gordon’s Math Specialist programs, including licensure-only, M.Ed., or Ed.S.

To enroll, you must have a bachelor's degree in education, mathematics, or a closely related field, a professional letter of support, and a brief personal statement of interest in the program.

Select Courses

EDU 630 Integrating Math, Writing, and Technology
MAT 601 Mathematics
MAT 605 Quantitative Reasoning: Mathematics and the Greeks
MAT 614/PHY 614 Mathematical Methods I
MAT 620 Discrete Mathematics
MAT 621 Modeling Mathematics
MAT 627 Investigating Mathematical Concepts
MAT 635 Calculus with Pre-Calculus
MAT 636 Mathematical Inquiry
MAT 637 Number Theory
MAT 638 Real Analysis
MAT 673 Selected Topics
EDU 604 Philosophy, Ethics, and Teaching
EDU 649 Assessment and Diagnosis of Math Difficulties
EDU 650 Differentiation and Remediation of Math Difficulties

See the complete list of courses on our course catalog →

Lisa

"Learning how students think about math taught me how to provide one-on-one math intervention and prepared me to meet students where they're at. Throughout the math program, I had opportunities to expand my own math understanding as well, which I am excited to use in my planning and lesson development during my day-to-day classroom experiences with students."

Victoria Carnevale '17, M.Ed. in Math Specialist, License in Math 1-6