Curriculum and Instruction with a Concentration in Mathematics Education (MED) - Accelerated Online Program
Overview
This online M.Ed. C&I program is designed to prepare instructional leaders to serve a diverse population in classroom and other settings.
The UTRGV M.Ed. in C&I with a specialization in Mathematics Education provides the skill set needed to become a mathematics instructional leader to serve a diverse population, especially the English language learner.
Career outcomes range from school district administrator to curriculum specialist, coordinator and instructional coach.
UTRGV is a collaborative partner in the Texas Regional Collaborative in Science and Math, which promotes mentoring and professional development in science & math instruction.
This program is only offered in an accelerated format and is 100% online.
Admission Requirements
Students may be admitted each semester in to the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and their specializations. Prospective candidates must first meet all requirements for graduate admission to UT Rio Grande Valley, as well as the other requirements listed below:
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester credit hours. If applicant does not meet the minimum undergraduate GPA criterion of 3.0, the applicant will be evaluated holistically using a Likert scale reflecting professional goals, GPA, professional success from resume, and success on related prior course work.
- A 250-500 word essay with statement of goals, including academic and professional objectives. Explain how graduate study will help you attain your goals.
- Resume
Students not meeting these requirements may appeal and have their application be reviewed by the program admissions committee and, if merited, approved by the dean of the college of education.
Application for admission must be submitted prior to the published deadline. The application is available at www.utrgv.edu/gradapply.
Program Requirements
Required Courses - 30 Hours
| EDCI 6351 | Teaching Mathematics for Understanding | 3 |
| EDCI 7334 | Curriculum Problems and Processes | 3 |
| EDCI 7353 | Teaching and Learning Algebraic Concepts | 3 |
| EDCI 7354 | Teaching and Learning Geometric Concepts | 3 |
| EDCI 7355 | Current Issues and Research in Mathematics Education | 3 |
| EDCI 6304 | Assessment of Learning | 3 |
| EDCI 6348 | Mathematics and Science Education Project | 3 |
| EDFR 6300 | Research Methods in Education | 3 |
| EDFR 6302 | Foundations of Learning, Cognition and Human Development | 3 |
| EDFR 6388 | Introduction to Historical and Sociocultural Foundations of Education | 3 |
Capstone Requirement
Portfolio
Total Credit Hours: 30