Curriculum and Instruction in Math Pedagogy

Deepen your mathematical expertise. Master pedagogical techniques. Qualify for college teaching.
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What You'll Learn
Graduate with advanced competencies in mathematics content and pedagogy:
Advanced Mathematics Content
Strengthen your understanding of calculus, statistics, algebra, geometry, and current trends in mathematical thinking and problem-solving.
Effective Pedagogy
Learn evidence-based instructional strategies specific to mathematics education, including conceptual understanding, mathematical reasoning, and productive struggle.
Curriculum Design
Develop and evaluate mathematics curriculum that promotes deep understanding, multiple representations, and real-world applications.
Mathematical Practices
Help students develop problem-solving skills, construct viable arguments, model with mathematics, and use appropriate tools strategically.
Assessment & Differentiation
Design formative assessments and differentiated instruction to support diverse mathematical learners.
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Program Talking Points:

	Designed for Working Teachers - Complete your 30-credit master's degree while teaching full-time. Summer intensive courses and flexible fall/spring delivery fit your schedule.
	Math Content + Pedagogy - Deepen your understanding of advanced mathematics while learning evidence-based instructional strategies for secondary and college-level students.
	Qualify for College Teaching - Meet minimum qualifications to teach mathematics at community colleges and junior colleges while strengthening your expertise.

Whether you want to teach mathematics at the community college level, lead math curriculum development, or become a master math teacher in secondary schools, our program prepares you to excel. We empower math educators to strengthen both content knowledge and instructional strategies for diverse learners.

Our flexible program design and experienced faculty allow you to continue working full-time while advancing your career. Summer intensive courses bring together math educators from across the state for collaborative learning and professional growth.

Degree Requirements & Curriculum
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Program Structure
30 credit hours | 10 courses
Summer Intensive Courses (Mathematics Content): Two mathematics courses offered each summer during one-week intensive sessions in June. Collaborate with fellow math educators to deepen content knowledge and explore innovative teaching methods.
Fall & Spring Semesters (Education Core): Eight-week courses delivered through flexible online format with live and recorded Zoom sessions. Complete coursework in curriculum theory, instructional strategies, educational research, and professional writing.
Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree in math education, or related field

Current teaching license (or eligibility for community college teaching)

Minimum 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale)

Two letters of recommendation
About Our Graduate Education Faculty
Our faculty and staff have the knowledge and experience to help you prepare for a leadership career in Education. If you need clarification on a class assignment or advice on how to approach your future, you can feel confident that our faculty is available and ready to help.
Career Pathways
In Math Pedagogy
Newman University's Math Pedagogy program provides you with the knowledge and relevant skills to set you on the path to a fulfilling career.
A degree at Newman University will prepare you for

Adjunct or full-time faculty at community colleges and junior colleges

High school mathematics teacher or AP Calculus/Statistics instructor

Math curriculum specialist or instructional coach

Department chair or math program coordinator

Educational technology specialist for mathematics

Some who have completed this program have chosen to continue studies in

Ph.D. in Mathematics or Mathematics Education

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership

Advanced certification in STEM education
"Newman is very flexible. They always are very supportive. I don't think I ever, ever felt like lost because they very reachable. My teachers that were online teachers, they were always communicating through emails and were asking us questions and asking if we were okay - touching base with me."
MSED, Samaria Estrella

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What You'll Learn

Advanced Mathematics Content

Effective Pedagogy

Curriculum Design

Mathematical Practices

Assessment & Differentiation

Next Steps

Degree Requirements & Curriculum

Program Structure

Admission Requirements

About Our Graduate Education Faculty

Career Pathways
In Math Pedagogy

A degree at Newman University will prepare you for

Some who have completed this program have chosen to continue studies in