Mathematics Education (M.A.T.)

The M.A.T. major in Mathematics Education provides initial teacher certification for individuals who have an interest in teaching Mathematics at the secondary level (grades 6-12)

Admission Requirements:
All applicants must meet the basic requirements for admission in the graduate program of the College of Education

• Official scores on the GRE (general exam)
• GACE Test of Basic Skills 
• 2.5 undergraduate GPA with completed undergraduate degree
• 2-3 Letters of Recommendation (see specific requirements by degree on application page)
• Statement of goals

In addition to the basic requirements the following is required for the MAT in Mathematics Education program:

Undergraduate degree in Mathematics or the eqivalent. Coursework must have included 24 hours of upper division courses in mathematics content including a minimum of three (3) semester hours in each of the following areas:  Modern or Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra, College Geometry, Mathematical Statistics, Advanced Calculus.  

Program Degree Requirements for the M.A.T. in Mathematics Education

Professional Studies (12)
Required (3):
IT 7360 Integrating Technology in School-Based Learning Environments (3)

Select one (3):
EPRS 7900 Methods of Research in Education (3)
EPRS 7910 Action Research (3)

Select one (3):
EPSF 7100 Critical Pedagogy (3)
EPSF 7110 Multicultural Education (3)
EPSF 7120 Social and Cultural Foundation of Education (3)

Required (3):
EPY 7080 The Psychology of Learning and Learners (3)

Teaching Field/Major (24)
Required (9):
EDCI 6600 Introduction to Secondary Teaching (3)
EDMT 6560 Principles of Mathematics Instruction (3)
EDMT 7560 Theory and Pedagogy of Mathematics Instruction (3)

Select Advanced Studies (15): In consultation with his or her advisement committee, the students select coursework numbered 6000 or higher from the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Internship (9)
Required (9):
EDCI 7660 Practicum I (3)
EDCI 7670 Practicum II (3)
EDCI 7680 Practicum III (3)

Program total: minimum of 45 semester hours

Students in this program will be eligible to be recommended for Georgia initial certification after earning passing scores on the GACE Basic Skills Assessment and GACE Content Assessments for Mathematics and successfully completing:

1. All content courses recommended for students by MSIT and Arts and Sciences faculty upon admission to the program;
2. Students must complete EXC 4020 Characteristics and Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities (3), or its equivalent to be eligible for recommendation for certification in addition to the program of study requirements;
3. EPY 7080, The Psychology of Learning and Learners (3), and
4. EDCI 6600, Introduction to Secondary Teaching (3); EDCI 7660, Practicum I (3); EDCI 7670, Practicum II (3); EDCI 7680, Practicum III (3); EDMT 6560, Principles of Math Instruction (3); EDMT 7560, Theory and Pedagogy of Mathematics Instruction (3).
5. Successful presentation of a professional portfolio.

For additional program information contact the initial TEEMS advisor at 404-413-8060 or email TEEMS@gsu.edu. 

Program Coordinator: Dr. Pier Junor Clarke , 404-413-8411 , pjunor@gsu.edu 

For information about our GSU/TFA Collaborative Program please see http://coe.gsu.edu/tfa