Take a leadership role in your educational community. Prepare to impact the mathematics achievement and success of preK-8 students. ODU's Mathematics Specialist master's degree will provide you with a strong background in mathematics content, and how to best teach those concepts. You will also have opportunities to practice and craft your leadership skills.
Strengthen your ability to:
- Re-examine connections among key concepts in preK-8 curriculum aligned with National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards
- Leverage processes and practices for developing content understanding
- Use effective tasks to enhance students' mathematical confidence
- Gain a deeper understanding of students’ mathematical thinking and cognitive development
You will also learn how to:
- Support learners through culturally responsive pedagogy and reform-oriented instruction
- Facilitate professional learning and bridge the gap between research and practice
