M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, Mathematics Education, Shady Grove
The EdTerps Learning Academy provides formal and informal training and professional development opportunities that encompasses current evidence-based research and practice related to instruction, policy analysis, counseling, and human development.
Mentoring and advising are an essential part of the program. Students meet with faculty and the academic program director to ensure that educational goals and career learning and development goals are met. Students should contact: Dr. Sara Kirschner, skirschn@umd.edu.
Overview
The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, Specialty: Mathematics Education, Shady Grove (MCMM) has a 30-credit, 10-course curriculum that prepares certified elementary, middle, special education, and TESOL educators to become highly qualified mathematics teachers (grades 4-9).
- Cohort structure is designed to help build a professional learning community.
- Research-based program involves coursework in mathematics content, mathematics education, curriculum-based integrated content and pedagogy courses, as well as an action research course.
- Pedagogical experiences include school-based components such as teachers visit each other’s classrooms; strands on inquiry, analysis of assessments, case studies, etc.
- Can be completed in three years of continuous part-time enrollment. See Designation of Full-time/Part-time Status.
Program Feature
In addition to earning the M.Ed. from the University of Maryland, the Maryland State Department of Education has recognized this program as providing a suitable set of courses to be used by certified teachers seeking an add-on endorsement in middle grades mathematics. This recognition permits teachers to submit credits this program’s coursework as part of the 30 credits needed to request an add-on endorsement to their elementary certification for middle school mathematics.
Registration Overview
- See the sample plan of study, below. Each cohort’s 10-course sequence may vary. Students should use this as a guide to develop a plan with the academic program director.
- Actual course offerings are determined by the program and may vary. Students should note if a course has a pre-requisite or co-requisite.
- Specific class meeting information (days and time) is posted on UMD’s interactive web service services, Testudo. Once on that site, select “Schedule of Classes,” then the term/year. Courses are listed by academic unit.
- The program uses specific section codes for registration that are listed on the sample plan of study.
Sample Plan
Semester | Year | Course Number | In Person Section Code | Credits |
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Semester Fall | Year 1 | Course Number MATH487 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Spring | Year 1 | Course Number TLPL612 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Summer | Year 1 | Course Number TLPL613 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Fall | Year 2 | Course Number MATH480 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Fall | Year 2 | Course Number TLPL698 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 1 |
Semester Spring | Year 2 | Course Number TLPL616 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Spring | Year 2 | Course Number TLPL698 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 1 |
Semester Summer | Year 2 | Course Number MATH481 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Summer | Year 2 | Course Number TLPL698 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 1 |
Semester Fall | Year 3 | Course Number TLPL610 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Spring | Year 3 | Course Number TLPL615 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Semester Summer | Year 3 | Course Number TLPL614 | In Person Section Code PVL* | Credits 3 |
Focus Areas | Course Number | Title |
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Focus Areas Pedagogy | Course Number TLPL611 | Title Teaching and Learning Number in the Middle Grades |
Focus Areas Pedagogy | Course Number TLPL612 | Title Teaching and Learning Algebra in the Middle School |
Focus Areas Pedagogy | Course Number TLPL615 | Title Teaching and Learning Geometry in the Middle Grades |
Focus Areas Pedagogy | Course Number TLPL616 | Title Teaching and Learning Statistics in the Middle School |
Focus Areas Subject Matter | Course Number MATH480 | Title Algebra for Middle School Teachers |
Focus Areas Subject Matter | Course Number MATH481 | Title Statistics and Data Analysis for Middle School Teachers |
Focus Areas Subject Matter | Course Number MATH482 | Title Geometry for Middle School Teachers |
Focus Areas Subject Matter | Course Number MATH487 | Title Number for Middle Grades Teachers |
Focus Areas Assessment | Course Number TLPL610 | Title Trends in Mathematics Education |
Focus Areas Assessment | Course Number TLPL613 | Title Problem-Solving and Innovative Thinking in Mathematics Classrooms |
Focus Areas Assessment | Course Number TLPL614 | Title Assessing Mathematical Understanding |
Focus Areas Assessment | Course Number TLPL617 | Title Understanding and Engaging Students’ Conceptions of Mathematics |
Focus Areas Research | Course Number TLPL698 | Title Conducting Research on Teaching |
Overview
- Features a blend of in-person and online learning.
- Instruction provided by UMD faculty and professionals in the field.
- Uses the semester academic calendar with adjustments to align with local school district calendars. Classes held during fall and spring semester (15 weeks each) and Summer Session (6-week session beginning in May).
In-Person Instruction
- Instructors present dynamic and interactive seminar-style instruction.
- Classes are held in the evenings in The Universities at Shady Grove campus classrooms, offering a focused, distraction-free learning environment.
- Students enrolled in a program that features in-person instruction are required to submit the University’s Immunization Record Form prior to the first day of their first semester/term. See Health Requirements.
Online Instruction
- Using advanced audio and video technology, UMD’s online learning environment delivers dynamic and interactive content.
- Featuring convenience and flexibility, online instruction permits asynchronous or synchronous participation.
- Students attend lectures virtually (e.g., use of video technology, such as Zoom).
- Online lectures (lecture, slides, presentation, and Q&A interactions) are recorded and video-archived for student review.
Admitted UMD Students
The University of Maryland offers this program at The Universities at Shady Grove. Upon successful completion, students earn a University of Maryland, College Park (UMD) degree.
As an admitted UMD graduate student, familiarize yourself with the information found in the grey box (top of this page, upper right-side.) Specifically, see Registration, Academic & Financial Deadlines, Graduation & Diplomas, and University Policies. With the exception of UMD Libraries, students attending programs at Shady Grove do not have access to most UMD Services & Resources as such access is linked to students who pay College Park mandatory fees.
In addition, all UMD students must complete the protocols found under Newly Admitted Students. See Activate Directory ID and UMD Email, Enroll in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and more. Completing these protocols is required to access course content and UMD systems (registration, financial, graduation).
Accessing Shady Grove Services and Resources
Students attending UMD programs at The Universities at Shady Grove (USG) are eligible to use USG services and resources which are accessed with a valid USG photo ID and an active USG Logon ID. This is in addition to activating the UMD directory ID, passphrase, and MFA.
- USG ID Cards
- USG Login
- Password Reset
- Need Help? Contact usg-itservicedesk@umd.edu.