M.S.T. in Adolescence Education: Mathematics
The Adolescence Education, Mathematics program (MST in Mathematics Education) skillfully combines adolescent grade level content with practical, research-based skills in how to effectively teach math in a variety of contexts. Graduates will know how to create engaging lessons all in alignment with Common Core standards. It requires completion of a bachelor’s degree (with equivalent major coursework) in Mathematics.
The Adolescence Education, Mathematics program is nationally recognized by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). The program leads to Initial/Professional Adolescence Education, Mathematics (grades 7–12) with an extension for Middle Childhood Mathematics Education (grades 5–6) certification. The Adolescence Education Program with Middle Childhood Extension for teaching mathematics is designed to meet changes based on The New York State Education Department’s new regulations on Teacher Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Preparation (CAEP) standards, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards, along with Advisory Board recommendations and alumni feedback.
Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- demonstrate effective planning of classroom-based instruction.
- demonstrate pedagogical and professional knowledge by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate materials, activities, and instructional strategies.
- demonstrate positive effects on adolescent student learning.
Career Outlook
Employment of middle and high school teachers is projected to grow 4-5 percent from 2021 to 2031. Pay for middle and high school teachers and principals in New York is among the highest in the nation.