Mathematics Specialist (PreK-8) Endorsement

Degree: Endorsement

Darden College of Education and Professional Studies: Department of Teaching & Learning

Why ODU for a Mathematics Specialist Endorsement?

Designed for educators interested in expanding their expertise in mathematics education leadership, this program will increase your content knowledge and enhance your teaching and leadership skills.

Strengthen your ability to:

Re-examine connections among key concepts in preK-8 curriculum
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

This endorsement is designed for educators with a Virginia teaching license.

This program is not available in the following states: Washington

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Required Courses

21 credit hours

You will take five math content courses and two STEM leadership courses.

For course details, please visit the ODU Graduate Catalog.

Online Learning Environment

Access course materials online from any location. Some classes will have live, regular online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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Careers

With a mathematics specialist endorsement, you may be able to serve as a:

Mathematics specialist
Mathematics resource teacher
Mathematics coach

Explore career opportunities at our Career Coach web site. Keep in mind that professional license requirements may vary by state.

Calculating Cost

In-state Virginia Residents:

$523 per credit hour*

Out-of-State Students:

$568 per credit hour*

Rates are effective Summer 2018 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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How to Apply

This program is intended for licensed teachers in Virginia. To apply to this endorsement program, you should:

Have a master's degree
Have three years of successful classroom experience in teaching mathematics
Hold the Virginia Collegiate Professional License or an equivalent license from another state

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