Center for Mathematics Education (CFME)
Master's Degree Programs
Two post-certification* Master鈥檚 programs in mathematics 91视频 are available at the 91视频 of Maryland, one Master of Education (M.Ed.) grade level program, and the Master of Arts (M.A.) program. Both are 30 credit-hour programs, which provide considerable flexibility in planning a specific sequence of experiences for a student. (See bottom for admission requirements and deadlines).
M.Ed. Middle School Mathematics Teaching and Learning
The Center for Mathematics, in partnership with several school districts, currently offers a Master's of Education in Mathematics Education with a focus on middle grades for currently practicing teachers. For more information 91视频 these programs, please see
M.A. in Mathematics Education
Candidates for the M.A. program in mathematics 91视频 at the 91视频 of Maryland are elementary or special 91视频 teachers or teachers of mathematics at the middle/intermediate/junior high or high school level, or those interested in teaching in higher 91视频. Students interested in careers in research or further doctoral degree studies typically pursue a Master of Arts. The Master of Arts requires a three-hour written comprehensive exam, a Master thesis, and an oral defense of the thesis.
Requirements for M.A. in Mathematics Education
* Students with a degree in mathematics, who desire to be certified to teach mathematics, should consult the