Earn your master’s degree with an accelerated, fully online program designed for teachers who wish to specialize in advanced coursework in mathematics education. Our M.Ed. provides opportunities for educators to develop advanced teaching, research and leadership skills that align with the latest research and theories in mathematics instruction.
Our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Mathematics Education* is a non-thesis, 100% accelerated online degree that prepares our graduates to analyze their own teaching and make adjustments where needed. Students will also gain an understanding of the overall state of education and the link between the theory and practice of teaching.
The online M.Ed. in C&I – Mathematics Education emphasizes teaching mathematics to K-12 students, using problem-based, inquiry-based teaching strategies consistent with mathematics disciplines and centered on how people learn. Math content is emphasized in the context of how to teach that content to students.
The UTA education program also addresses issues that impact learning, providing tools for educators on topics such as:
The mathematics education specialization is designed to provide practicing teachers with current findings in research and best instructional practices in mathematics education. The 30-hour degree includes core courses in curriculum design, instructional strategies and diversity in education. Also included are courses in education research methods and a concentration in mathematics or mathematics education.
This online M.Ed. program is designed for teachers in K-12 school settings, as well as for curriculum developers and coordinators, district content specialists, and those in a variety of alternative educational settings such as museums, zoos, nature centers and corporate education/outreach divisions. In addition, their relevance for students in elementary through high school age ranges, the program strategies and content can be applied in early childhood, college and adult education where mathematics learning is emphasized.
Individuals holding a bachelor's degree at an accredited university in any field of study are eligible to apply.
*The M.Ed. in C&I – Mathematics Education is a master's degree program only and does not lead to initial teacher certification in Texas. Individuals interested in obtaining teacher certification or licensure should consider our Initial Teacher Certification program, our M.Ed. in Teaching with certification, or our M.Ed. in Special Education with certification.
Total tuition* as low as
Qualified students admitted to UTA's designated accelerated online Master of Education degree programs are eligible to receive a Tuition Scholarship. No separate scholarship application is necessary. The scholarships will be offered to eligible students who are accepted into a designated program. The scholarship is for the first semester of the program, but is renewable for students who earn grades of B or better in all courses.
*View our pricing webpage for details.
UTA offers competitive funding options future teachers, including TEACH Grants of up to $3,772. For more, view our Scholarships and Paying for School page.
Our accelerated online programs offer multiple start dates and are ideal for students who seek to balance a job, a family, an education, and a social life.
Summer I Semester
Classes start May 13, 2024
Summer II Semester
Classes start June 27, 2024
Fall I
Start class on August 19
| Semester Start |
Courses Start |
Application Deadline** |
All Supporting Documents Due*** |
Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring II |
03/18/24 |
03/01/2024 |
03/11/23 |
03/17/24 |
| Summer I |
05/13/24 |
04/19/2024 |
04/22/24 |
05/12/24 |
| Summer II | 06/27/24 | 06/01/2024 | 06/10/24 | 06/23/24 |
| Fall I | 08/19/2024 | 07/26/2024 | Contact Us | Contact Us |
*The M.Ed. in Special Education program (with or without certification) only admits students into the first Fall Cohort.
** To meet this deadline, applicants should have applied to UTA's Graduate School. This includes completion of their ApplyUTA application, paying the application fee, and submitting their official transcripts.
***Applicants may still need to complete a program-specific application process after being admitted to the Graduate School.
View the official catalog for additional admissions criteria and important information for the:
Applicants seeking admission to the Master of Education must submit two* recommendation forms. The required Recommendation Form is available for download here. Please wait until you receive your 10-digit, UTA student ID number and until a member of our academic team contacts you to submit your recommendation forms.
*Note: The Principal Certification Only Program requires three recommendation forms.
Information for Permanent Residents and International Applicants
Our fully online programs are open to United States Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and International Students who do not hold F1, J1, B1, and B2 status. In addition to the required application and admission documents, the following materials must also be submitted:
*Certification programs only accept TOEFL due to Texas Education Agency requirements.
View test score requirements online.
Email UTA's international office at international@uta.edu.
*The resources provided here are for informational purposes. Please review the UTA's website and Official Catalog for official information.
Upon admission to the program, you will meet with your academic or faculty advisor to create a program of work. This will plot out what courses you will take each semester until you complete the program.
Total Hours: 30
| EDUC 5305 | Effective Teaching and Learning for 21st Century EC-12 Students | 3 |
| EDUC 5309 | Advanced Teaching Models for Diverse Learners | 3 |
| EDUC 5394 | Understanding and Designing Classroom Research | 3 |
| EDUC 5397 | Implementing and Disseminating Classroom Research | 3 |
| MAED 5351 | Whole Numbers, Rational Numbers and Operations | 3 |
| MAED 5352 | Patterns and Algebra | 3 |
| MAED 5353 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MAED 5354 | Problem Solving | 3 |
| MAED 5355 | Conceptual Geometry | 3 |
| MAED 5356 | Measurement | 3 |
Assistant Professor, Mathematics Education
Research Interests: Learning trajectories and progressions, classroom interactions and language, and technology
Bio: Dr. Candace Joswick is an assistant professor of mathematics education, the director and PI of the grant-funded UTA Project ECHO® for Education, and Program Coordinator of STEM Education at UTA. Joswick’s research foci are include learning trajectories and progressions, classroom interactions and language, and technology.
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