M.Ed - Education Leadership - Concentration: Math Specialist Leader (33 credits)

The Math Specialist Leader concentration is a unique M.Ed. degree in Mathematics Education Leadership for people who want to become K-8 mathematics specialists. The Math Specialist Leader concentration includes the required course work for state endorsement as a K-8 Mathematics Specialist. Students study mathematics content and mathematics pedagogy in the program. At the end of the program when students apply to the Virginia Department of Education for a Math Specialist endorsement, they must have three years of successful teaching experience and 6 previous credits of mathematics in addition to a master's degree.

The 33-credit program is designed for working professionals. Courses are offered in the evenings, and some courses meet once a month on Saturdays. Most people complete the program in three years or less. The concentration focuses on mathematics education leadership, with specific course work in mathematics content for the K-8 school setting. Students study teaching, curriculum, and professional development programs for teachers. They also explore school-based leadership issues in mathematics education. The internship (EDLE791) in Mathematics Education Leadership is an individual experience designed and developed in consultation with a faculty advisor or mentor.

Required Courses

EDLE 618: Supervision and Evaluation of Instruction (3 credit hours)
EDLE 791: Internship in Education Leadership (3 credit hours)
EDLE 616: Curriculum Development and Evaluation (3 credit hours)
EDCI 666: Research in Mathematics Teaching (3 credit hours)
EDCI 645: Curriculum Development in Mathematics Education (3 credit hours)
EDCI 646: Mathematics Education Leadership for School Change (3 credit hours)
MATH 600: Number Systems & Number Theory for K-8 Teachers (3 credit hours)
MATH 600: Geometry and Measurement for K-8 Teachers (3 credit hours)
MATH 600: Probability and Statistics for K-8 Teachers (3 credit hours)
MATH 600: Algebra and Functions for K-8 Teachers (3 credit hours)
MATH 600: Rational Numbers & Proportional Reasoning for K-8 Teachers (3 credit hours)

Frequently Asked Questions

Math Specialist Leader FAQ

Brochure

Mathematics Specialist Leader Brochure (K-8).(pdf)