Mathematics Education
Thank you for visiting the Mathematics Education page at the University of Florida. We hope that you will consider studying with us and working toward whatever your career goals will be. Our faculty will work with you to tailor the program to fit your needs and specific career goals whether that involves becoming a professor at a research university, a faculty member that primarily teaches future teachers, a specialist for mathematics education at the district level, or last, but certainly not least, a classroom teacher.
What kind of students typically are enrolled in the PhD or EdD programs?
- Individuals that are interested in becoming a mathematics education faculty member at a university or college.
What kind of students typically are enrolled in the MAE in mathematics education program?
- Experienced teachers who have the eventual goal of earning a doctorate in mathematics education enabling them to work in a teacher education/mathematics education program at an institution of higher education.
- Practicing teachers who want to strengthen their abilities to teach mathematics in a variety of instructional settings.
- Individuals who plan to teach at the community college level. Requirements to teach at the community college level vary depending on the individual campus. Typically, individuals must have a minimum of 18 credits in graduate mathematics. Candidates are encouraged to consult the community college where they desire employment for the exact employment requirements.
What kind of students typically are enrolled in the MEd in mathematics education program?
- Individuals that received a degree in mathematics or in another STEM related discipline who are interested in teaching mathematics in the secondary classroom.
- Individuals looking for an alternative method for obtaining certification to teach mathematics in the secondary classroom.
Faculty members in the Mathematics Education program are:
Dr. Tim Jacobbe (program coordinator)
