FIT offers both a Ph.D. and Ed.D. in Mathematics Education.
The doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) and
doctor of education (Ed.D.) programs are
designed to provide increased competence
in mathematics, mathematics education
and research. The mathematics component
consists of 21 master’s degree eligible
courses beyond the bachelor’s. Students
gain the appropriate knowledge and skills
for positions in college and university
mathematics education programs; teaching,
administration and supervisory posts in state
and local school systems; positions teaching
mathematics in community colleges,
liberal arts colleges and introductory courses
in universities; and as research directors in
mathematics education.
An applicant to either doctoral program in mathematics education
must have a master’s degree in mathematics or mathematics education,
with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.2 on a
4.0 scale. At least three years’ teaching experience is also highly
recommended.
For general admissions requirements, please refer to the Graduate Information and Regulations section of the catalog.
A minimum of 48 credit hours beyond the master’s degree is
required to earn the doctoral degree. These credit hours include
24 credit hours of dissertation in addition to the required
course work.
- EDS 5070- Educational Statistics 3
- EDS 5095- Essentials of Educational Research 3
- EDS 5203- Theories and Trends in Education 3
- EDS 6070- Statistics for Educational Research 3
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Major Technical Area: A minimum of 21 master’s degree-eligible
credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree must be taken in
mathematics. These 21 credit hours may include courses from
previous graduate degrees as well as courses taken as part of the
Ph.D. program.
Research: A minimum of 24 credit hours must be devoted to
dissertation research including at least three credit hours of
Readings in Educational Research (EDS 6000), at least three
credit hours of Research Practicum (EDS 6010) and at least 18
credit hours of Dissertation (EDS 6999).
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
Major Technical Area: A minimum of 18 master’s degree-eligible
credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree must be taken in
mathematics. These 18 credit hours may include courses from
previous graduate degrees as well as courses taken as part of the
Ed.D. program.
Specialty Area: A minimum of six credit hours must be taken
in mathematics education. (Specialty area credits may also be
in science education, instructional technology or environmental
education.)
Research: A minimum of 24 credit hours must be devoted to
dissertation research including at least three credit hours of
Readings in Educational Research (EDS 6000), at least three
credit hours of Research Practicum (EDS 6010) and at least 18
credit hours of Dissertation (EDS 6999). A non-credit Research
Seminar (EDS 6090) is also required.
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