Programs

Whether you are looking to enter the mathematics teaching profession, transitioning from your initial mathematics teaching license to your full mathematics teaching license, or exploring deeper issues in the field of mathematics education, the BU Wheelock Math Education Programs have the experiences you are looking for! Explore our programs below:

Undergraduate Programs

BS in Education & Human Development

Teaching & Learning Track Option: STEM Learning, Action & Impact

The undergraduate program at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development opens doors to numerous future opportunities in fields such as teaching, counseling, research, and more. In the STEM Learning, Action & Impact option of the Teaching & Learning pathway, students will understand how the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) play a role in individual lives, communities, and careers. This area of focus emphasizes sense-making through the STEM fields with a particular focus on recognizing the role of mathematical and scientific sense-making in the human lifespan and in our engagement in the world. For those interested in continuing on so they can earn their initial teaching license in Massachusetts and their MAT degree in Mathematics Education, you will also be able to take the necessary mathematics content courses to prepare you for that program. More information about the undergraduate program is located here.

Math Education Minor

The Mathematics Education minor is an opportunity for undergraduate students across the University to explore an interest in the teaching and learning of mathematics. The minor offers courses in mathematics education policy and content as well as opportunities to work with students in grades K-12. Students completing the minor will develop an understanding of the issues impacting mathematics education as well as specialized knowledge focused on the teaching of mathematics. The minor does not lead to initial licensure as a mathematics teacher though many of the courses would fulfill degree requirements of a licensure program, such as the MAT in Mathematics Education. More information about the minor in Math Education is located here.

Graduate Programs

Masters of Arts in Teaching in Mathematics Education

If you want to earn your initial license in middle or high school mathematics teaching in Massachusetts, our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Mathematics Education is the program for you! You will develop your pedagogical content knowledge, mathematical knowledge for teaching, and tools and techniques for creating an equitable classroom that supports all students. You’ll also leave the program prepared to receive your initial license to teach mathematics in middle or high schools.

The MAT in Mathematics Education is designed for students who majored in mathematics or who have taken a minimum of six mathematics courses beyond Calculus I. You’ll explore courses that provide extended and in-depth focus on the teaching and learning of mathematics content. Program graduates complete courses in professional education, additional graduate courses in mathematics and mathematics education, and a student teaching experience.

This flexible program can be completed full time (one year plus a summer session) or part time, and can be started in the summer or fall. Applicants to the MAT in Mathematics Education are eligible for consideration for a Noyce scholarship. More information about the MAT in Mathematics Education program can be found here.

Masters of Education in Mathematics Education

If you’re an aspiring math teacher—or if you are already working as a mathematics educator and want to increase your impact—our Master of Education (EdM) in Mathematics Education is designed just for you. You’ll learn about the latest research, curricula, methodologies, and theories in mathematics education. Whether you’re teaching preschoolers how to count to 50 or guiding high schoolers diving into calculus, BU Wheelock’s Mathematics Education EdM will help you lead your students to a stronger understanding of mathematics.

The EdM in Mathematics Education is for educators who have a strong commitment to teaching, want to expand their knowledge and skills. While it is primarily geared toward educators who already have an initial teaching license or do not wish to obtain one, you can use this program to satisfy professional licensure requirements. You’ll be able to customize your program to fit your career interests and goals. This flexible master’s program can be completed in one year of full-time study, but you can also enroll part-time, and you can begin your studies in fall, spring, or summer. More information about the EdM in Mathematics Education program can be found here.

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies with a focus on Mathematics Education

The PhD in Educational Studies is for students who wish to contribute to our field’s understanding of teaching and learning through research. The program will prepare you to drive innovation through research, scholarship, and professional development. You’ll gain a strong foundation in research methods and in the theoretical and conceptual frameworks of current educational research.

You’ll engage in coursework, research, and teaching throughout the program, and you will work with faculty across BU Wheelock, leveraging their expertise across disciplines. You will also have the opportunity to work with one of the many partnerships that BU Wheelock has with local school districts, education agencies, local and state policymakers, foundations, and others.

Boston University’s PhD in Educational Studies is typically a full-time program that can be completed in five years. This flexible program offers the option to take some courses online. More information about the Ph.D.in Educational Studies with a focus on Mathematics Education can be found here.