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Mathematics Education<\/h1>\n

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Prospective Math Education Students<\/h2>\n

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At UF, we understand that every prospective ed tech student has unique preferences and needs. That’s why we offer a range of programs and certificates designed to accommodate in-person and online learners. Whether you prefer traditional classroom settings or the flexibility of online education, we have options to suit your schedule and learning style.<\/p>\n

Explore our programs and certificates today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in this rapidly evolving field.<\/p>\n

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On-Campus Ph.D.<\/h3>\n

Doctorate Program<\/em><\/p>\n

The Mathematics Education faculty in the School of Teaching & Learning are pleased to offer doctoral degrees in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Mathematics Education. The doctoral degree earned by students in mathematics education is the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_margin=”2px||13px||false|false” custom_padding=”12px||12px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Entry: <\/span>Fall Semester<\/span>
Requirements: <\/span>Masters degree in relevant field<\/span>
Typical Course Load: <\/span>9 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time\u00a0<\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>December 1<\/span>
Program Completion: <\/span>4-5 years<\/span><\/p>\n

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Online and on-campus M.A.E.<\/h3>\n

Master Program<\/em><\/p>\n

The Master of Arts in Education (M.A.E.) in Mathematics Education program is designed for individuals interested in gaining expertise in mathematics education and strengthening their background in mathematics. The program offers flexible options to ensure that it can support a range of academic and professional goals. Students can choose from one of the following programs of study:<\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Rolling basis
Requirements: <\/span>Bachelor’s degree in relevant field<\/span>
Typical Course Load: <\/span>9-12 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time and part-time available<\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>July 1 (Fall), November 1 (Spring), April 1 (Summer)<\/span>
Program Completion: <\/span>2-3 years<\/span><\/p>\n

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Secondary Teaching Preparation<\/h3>\n

Certificate Program<\/em><\/p>\n

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Entry: <\/span>Fall semester
Requirements: <\/span>Undergraduate degree
Typical Course Load: <\/span>6-9 credits per semester<\/span>
Full-Time\/Part-Time: <\/span>Full-time or Part-time<\/span>
Average Class Size: <\/span>15-30<\/span>
Application Deadline: <\/span>July 1<\/span>
<\/span>Program Completion: <\/span>2 years (full-time)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Online M.Ed.\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Master’s Program<\/em><\/p>\n

This program is ideal for students who embrace scholarship to address important societal problems and who desire create and disseminate new knowledge via collaboration between and among disciplines.<\/p>\n

Graduates of this program are college and university faculty, researchers in educational organizations and leaders in centers and institutes.<\/p>\n

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