ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Today’s elementary, middle, secondary and university mathematics research, instruction and curriculum embrace a variety of strategies and technologies. The TLAC graduate program in mathematics education includes work with the latest research findings, curriculum developments, computer-based teaching tools, internet and web-based sources and information technologies such as modeling, visualization and data management. The program characteristics include:
- Research-based degree with an emphasis on mathematics learning with understanding and how to advance mathematics performance for all students.
- Opportunity for individualized projects that expand knowledge about teaching and learning with and through technology.
- Technology-rich environment, not only in terms of instructional tools, but also in the opportunity to employ technology in collecting data, modeling applied situations and building representations of important mathematics concepts.
- Opportunity to study with a group of like-minded and motivated colleagues. Scheduled and available courses, making it possible to complete a degree within a well-defined time period.
Students come from a variety of backgrounds, possess a wide array of experiences and achieve national exposure before graduation. As a result of mentorship by mathematics education faculty and through participation in extant research projects, graduate students will present their work at local, regional and national conferences as well as publish in relevant journals.
ADMISSIONS
To be admitted to a graduate program, you must apply to the TLAC department and Texas A&M University.
Program Details
Degree: Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction
Emphasis: Mathematics Education
Program Delivery: On-Campus
Degrees Offered: Master of Science, Master of Education
Credit Hours: M.S. 32 hours, M.Ed. 36 hours
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Degree Plan
Prior to 2019 M.Ed. Curriculum
The M.Ed. degree plan requires a minimum of thirty-six (36) credit hours. The degree is a non-thesis degree.
Prior to 2019 M.S. Curriculum
The M.S. degree plan requires a minimum of thirty-two (32) credit hours. This option provides the opportunity to conduct meaningful instruction level research in the completion of a thesis. The Master of Science degree requires the completion of six (6) research credit hours during the fall, spring or 10-week summer semester.
Contact Advisors
Christina Presley
Academic Advisor II
Contact Faculty
DR. MARY M. CAPRARO
Professor
DR. ROBERT M. CAPRARO
Professor and Co-Director Aggie STEM
DR. ROGER HOWE
Professor
DR. YEPING LI
Professor
DR. DAWN PARKER
Clinical Professor
Dr. Jamaal Young
Associate Professor
Frequently Asked Questions
Masters
Can you guide me through the application process?
Please visit our web page at https://tlac.tamu.edu/admissions/masters-admissions or https://tlac.tamu.edu/admissions/doctoral-admissions for step-by-step information about applying for our master’s and doctoral programs.
How to Apply: Master’s Application Information | Doctoral Application Information
What are the typical program costs?
The following website can help you estimate the cost of the program, including current costs of tuition and fees: Click here for the cost of attendance estimator
Please note, you must update the program hours.
I still have further questions—who can I contact to help me answer those?
Please feel free to contact our Graduate Advising Office with any questions you may have. Our office information can be found at https://tlac.tamu.edu/student-services/graduate-advising.
How soon can I apply?
Prospective students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible!
I live out of state. Do you accept out-of-state applicants?
Yes, we accept in-state and out-of-state applicants.
Is there any opportunity for financial assistance?
Yes, there are opportunities for financial assistance through the Office of Graduate Studies Financial Aid at https://financialaid.tamu.edu/graduate.