Georgia State University

Mathematics Education (M.A.T.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Mathematics Education is offered in two different programs. Please select the program in which you are interested:

Mathematics Education (M.A.T.) (TEEMS) - The program is designed to meet the requirement of initial certification in Mathematics Education. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree or higher in Mathematics or the equivalent that includes at least 24 semester hours of upper division (3000+) or equivalent acceptable credit in Mathematics content. This work shall include a minimum of 2.75 grade-point average overall for four of the five following courses: modern or abstract algebra, linear algebra, college geometry, mathematical statistics, or advanced calculus. The recency of completion of these courses will be considered. TEEMS Math after dark - The program of study we describe here is an alternative to the current TEEMS Mathematics program. This program leads to the same M.A.T., or the student may opt to stop after completing the requirements for certification.

TEEMS After Dark students should complete requirements for certification first. The option to complete the Master's program is available for 5 additional years. TEEMS After Dark teachers must already possess a provisional certificate and thus have passed PRAXIS II or GACE.

TEEMS After Dark will require mentor teacher involvement. Mentor teachers will be selected by the school districts requesting certification for their provisional teachers. The mentors are pivotal to the success of the program. Mathematics Education faculty will generally supervise, but the mentors will be in charge of the day to day supervision.

Program Theme: Educator as Reflective Professional
The M.A.T. major in Mathematics Education provides initial teacher preparation for an individual holding a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or its equivalent.

Program Admission

All applicants must meet the College of Education’s requirements for admission to graduate study. Additional admission requirements specific to this program include:

An undergraduate or graduate degree in mathematics or the equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university (Coursework must have included at least 24 semester hours of upper-division or equivalent acceptable credit in mathematics content, including a minimum of three semester hours in each of four of the following areas: modern or abstract algebra [similar to Math 4441], linear algebra [similar to Math 4435], college geometry [similar to Math 4301], mathematical statistics [similar to Math 4751], and advanced calculus [similar to Math 4661]. The recentcy of completion of these courses will be considered.)

A minimum overall grade-point average of 2.75 for the four courses is used to meet the previous requirement.

Three letters of recommendation as follows: (a) one academic or professional letter; (b) one letter from someone who can evaluate the applicant’s personal qualifications, experience, and background in light of potential to work successfully with adolescent; and (c) one letter from a current work supervisor (if applicable).

Documentation of previous work experience.

Interviews conducted by faculty and school-based personnel.

Program Academic Regulations

The department may specify additional requirements.The M.A.T. program is a carefully sequenced program. Students who do not follow the prescribed program sequence will be withdrawn from the program and may reapply to enter the next program cycle.Each student is advised by a committee consisting of faculty from the College of Arts and Sciences and faculty from the College of Education. Exit requirements for this program are:

Completion of all program coursework with a grade point average of no less than 3.00,

Successful completion of the teaching internships with a grade of “B” or higher, and

Successful presentation of a professional portfolio.

Students in this program will be eligible to be recommended for Georgia initial certification after earning passing scores on the GACE Content Assessments for mathematics and successfully completing:

All content courses recommended for students by MSIT and Arts and Sciences faculty upon admission to the program

Students must complete EXC 4020 Characteristics and Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities (3), or its equivalent to be eligible for recommendation for certification in addition to the program of study requirements

EPY 7080, The Psychology of Learning and Learners (3), and

EDCI 6600, Introduction to Secondary Teaching (3); EDCI 7660, Practicum I (3); EDCI 7670, Practicum II (3); EDCI 7680, Practicum III (3); EDMT 6560, Principles of Math Instruction (3); EDMT 7560, Theory and Pedagogy of Mathematics Instruction (3).

Successful presentation of a professional portfolio.

Program of Study

A. Professional Studies (12)Required (3):IT 7360 Integrating Technology in School-Based Learning Environments (3)

Select one (3):EPRS 7900 Methods of Research in Education (3)EPRS 7910 Action Research (3)Select one (3):EPSF 7100 Critical Pedagogy (3)EPSF 7110 Multicultural Education (3)EPSF 7120 Social and Cultural Foundation of Education (3)
Required (3):EPY 7080 The Psychology of Learning and Learners (3)

B. Teaching Field/Major (24)Required (9):EDCI 6600 Introduction to Secondary Teaching (3)EDMT 6560 Principles of Mathematics Instruction (3)EDMT 7560 Theory and Pedagogy of Mathematics Instruction (3)
Select Advanced Studies (15): In consultation with his or her advisement committee, the students select coursework numbered 6000 or higher from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

C. Internship (9)Required (9):EDCI 7660 Practicum I (3)EDCI 7670 Practicum II (3)EDCI 7680 Practicum III (3)

Program total: minimum of 45 semester hours