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Elementary Education with Mathematics Education Specialist Endorsement
This graduate program leads to a Master’s of Science in Education degree. Elementary major, with the Mathematics Specialist (PK-8) endorsement. This program is offered in partnership with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Sciences.
Elementary Education with Mathematics Education Specialist Endorsement
Description
What is Elementary Education with Mathematics Specialist Endorsement at ODU like?
This graduate program leads to a Master’s of Science in Education degree. Elementary major, with the Mathematics Specialist (PK-8) endorsement. This program is offered in partnership with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Sciences.
Program Highlights
What makes Elementary Education with Mathematics Specialist Endorsement at ODU unique?
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Program is designed for teachers with a strong interest in teaching mathematics and at least three years of successful teaching
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Program was developed jointly with ODU’s College of Sciences in order to build strong mathematics content along with student centered content pedagogy
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Develop sound knowledge of the mathematical concepts, skills, and reasoning processes being taught
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Understand how students learn mathematics across the spectrum of diverse populations
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AT A GLANCE
College / School:
Major:
Education
Degree Level:
Graduate
Online:
Degree Earned:
Master of Science in Education
Department:
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
$57,110
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
$60,830
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
$61,040
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Courses
What are some courses offered in Elementary Education with Mathematics Specialist Endorsement at ODU?
MAPD 601:
Number and Operations for PK-8 Mathematics Specialists
This course will meet the requirements of students in the Master of Science in Education: PK-8 Mathematics Specialist Endorsement Program, and cannot be used for credit toward any degree offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The course introduces students to a number of topics in PK-8 mathematics and related pedagogical methods. Acknowledging that learning with understanding occurs through a process of establishing a solid knowledge base upon which to build, students will explore the many and varied ways in which PK-8 students may develop number sense. The focus will be upon the development of best practices for teaching mathematics. This requires that the student have knowledge of the content, use a variety of pedagogical approaches, and be able to select and utilize appropriate manipulatives and technological resources that will foster PK-8 student understanding.
STEM 661:
Mathematics Specialists as Teacher Leaders
The critical characteristics and responsibilities of Mathematics Specialists as teacher leaders will be explored. Structuring classroom assistance through peer coaching, mentoring, observations and conferencing will be highlighted to expand the prospective Mathematics Specialists
STEM 668:
Internship for Mathematics Specialist
An internship experience that provides mathematics specialists an opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge, skills and dispositions to impact and improve the mathematics program of schools. Requires 150 hours of internship. Prerequisites: MATH 335.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Elementary Education with Mathematics Specialist Endorsement at ODU?
Students entering the Master of Science in Education program in Elementary Education with Mathematics Specialist Endorsement should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
Candidates must:
Have 3 years of successful classroom experience in teaching mathematics;
Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university;
Hold the Virginia Collegiate Professional License or an equivalent license from another state.
Have an undergraduate grade point average of 2.80 and an average of 3.00 in the major; and
Submit an application for graduate studies.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2021-22 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 551
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,387
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid
Virginia Educator's Discount
PK-12 educators working in a Virginia school division are eligible for the Virginia Educator’s Discount
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Location:
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Phone Office:
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Fax:
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