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This accelerated Mathematics Education master's program spans six quarters, designed for both current and aspiring secondary math educators. Aimed at enhancing mathematics teaching in Chicago and surrounding areas, the curriculum emphasizes mathematical concepts, instructional methods, and technological tools aligned with secondary education requirements. As the region's sole graduate program of this nature, the 18-month course can be finished through concentrated weekend classes covering:
Calculus concepts including differentiation and integration, along with numerical methods and their application through graphing calculators and online tools,
Geometric studies in both Euclidean and non-Euclidean systems using curriculum-relevant software,
Discrete mathematics focusing on logical structures, proofs, and mathematical thinking,
Statistical probability and introductory combinatorial mathematics,
Historical development of fundamental number theory, algebraic concepts, and geometric principles,
Abstract algebra topics connected to secondary-level algebra, geometry, and trigonometry courses, and
Real analysis subjects geared toward enhancing calculus teaching methods.