PhD in Mathematics Education in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University

Our doctoral program carefully chooses candidates who possess the foundational skills and commitment required to thrive in this research-driven, content-rich discipline. The curriculum fosters close faculty-student collaboration while addressing contemporary research challenges and practical applications. You'll enjoy significant flexibility to explore your evolving academic passions. A hallmark of the program is its structured teaching and research apprenticeships, equipping you to emerge as an accomplished scholar in mathematics teacher education.

The Mathematics Education specialization within the Curriculum and Instruction degree equips professionals to connect educational research with classroom practice. Available through online master's options or on-campus programs (including Ed.S. and Ph.D. tracks), the curriculum features foundational courses exploring learning theories and curriculum design through historical lenses. Whether pursuing a Ph.D., Ed.S., or master's in mathematics education, you'll acquire modern methodological insights into both teacher development and student mathematical understanding.

Our graduate programs emphasize three distinctive elements: Participants engage with diverse perspectives in mathematics education, learning from faculty whose expertise spans from special needs education to collegiate-level instruction.
A unifying thread throughout our curriculum examines educator development across multiple settings, with special attention to how teachers interpret student reasoning to facilitate inclusive learning.
The college's interdisciplinary environment actively supports students in pursuing specialized interests through coursework and cross-departmental collaborations, with strong encouragement to seize these academic opportunities.