Mathematics Instructional Leader: PreK-8 Specialization
The Mathematical Instructional Leader: Pre-K Specialization Program in the College of Education consists of graduate mathematics content, pedagogy, and leadership courses and a practicum specifically designed for teachers, teacher leaders, and coaches. The goals of the program are to offer a comprehensive mathematics education experience that:
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Deepens mathematical content knowledge including the specialized knowledge needed for teaching mathematics and the development of mathematical ideas across the grades.
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Attends to both content and pedagogy and the ways that teaching supports each and every student's deep understanding of mathematics.
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Develops expertise in using and helping others use equitable and effective instructional practices centered on students’ mathematical thinking and identity development.
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Increases ability to engage as a leader to support school and district efforts that help all students learn important mathematics.
Requirements
Mathematics Content-Focused Pedagogy Courses
(choose five of the seven)
| CI 511 | Examining Base Ten Numeration and Operations | 3 |
| CI 512 | Examining Operations with Whole Numbers and Fractions | 3 |
| CI 513 | Enhancing Algebraic Thinking: Generalization about Operations | 3 |
| CI 514 | Enhancing Algebraic Thinking: Patterns and Functions | 3 |
| CI 515 | Developing Geometric Thinking and Concepts | 3 |
| CI 516 | Exploring Measurement Concepts | 3 |
| CI 517 | Developing Concepts of Data Analysis | 3 |
Advanced Mathematics Methods Course
| CI 518 | Mathematics Teacher Leadership: Implementing Effective and Equitable Mathematics Teaching Practices | 3* |
Educators seeking the 18-credit Certification of Completion in Deepening Understanding of Mathematics Teaching and Learning complete five Mathematics Content-Focus Pedagogy Courses and CI 518 Implementing Mathematics Reform.
Those seeking the 24-credit Mathematics Instructional Leader: PreK-8 Specialization also complete CI 519 and CI 521.
Mathematics Leadership Focused Courses
| CI 519 | Mathematics Teacher Leadership: Supporting Collegial Learning and School Improvement | 3* |
| CI 521 | Mathematics Teacher Leadership: Responsive Mathematics Instruction and Assessment | 3* |
Upon completion of the PreK-8 Specialization coursework, program completers are eligible for recommendation to TSPC to add the specialization to their license. Per TSPC, “A specialization is distinguished from an endorsement in that a specialization is not required to teach or work in the specialized area, whereas an endorsement is required to work in the subject-matter area.”
*courses that include practica
If desired, the graduate credit received can be applied toward an M.A., M.S., or Ed.D. in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction within the College of Education.
For more information see: https://www.pdx.edu/education/deepening-math.