Curriculum and Instruction: Mathematics Education, EdD: Online Degrees: Online Degree Programs: Indiana University

Curriculum and Instruction: Mathematics
Education, EdD

Doctor of Education

Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
60
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$500.17
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$599.51

Curriculum and Instruction: Mathematics Education, EdD

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The IU Online EdD in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in mathematics education is designed for math teachers and instructional leaders looking to supplement their master’s degree with advanced-level coursework.

Courses focus on:

effective teaching.
mathematical thinking and learning.
equity in mathematics education.
mathematics curriculum, assessment, and teacher education.
research methods, and their uses for improving education.

You develop the skills you need to work in a variety of domains in this field, such as research, teacher education, and curriculum development. You learn new strategies for engaging students—from problem-based, discussion-rich teaching methods to appropriate uses of technology in math classrooms.

Degree Requirements

To earn an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in mathematics education, you must complete 60 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

Major area: mathematics education (30 credits)
- Type 1: Mathematics education topic courses (15-18 credits)
- Type 2: Professional seminar courses (6-9 credits)
- Type 3: Linkage courses (6 credits)
Inquiry courses (12 credits)
Electives (9 credits)
Dissertation courses (9 credits)

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75

To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:

Official transcripts
Personal statement
Two letters of recommendation
Resume
Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score (international students only)
No GRE is required for applicants with an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited U.S. institution, though some funding opportunities are predicated on competitive GRE scores.

Application Deadlines

Fall semester: May 1

Summer semester: Mar 1

Courses

Major area: Mathematics education courses

Type 1: Mathematics Education Topic Courses (15-18 credits, 5-6 courses)

EDUC-N 730	Understanding and Using Assessments in Mathematics Education	3 Credits
EDUC-N 731	Exploring Research-Based Mathematics Curriculum	3 Credits
EDUC-N 732	Understanding Mathematics Learning to Inform Teaching	3 Credits
EDUC-N 733	Exploring Equity in Mathematics Education	3 Credits
EDUC-N 734	Technology in Mathematics Teaching and Learning	3 Credits
EDUC-N 735	Mathematics Teacher Education and Leadership	3 Credits
EDUC-N 736	Problem Solving in Mathematics Learning and Teaching	3 Credits

Type 2: Professional Seminar Courses (6-9 credits, 2-3 courses)

EDUC-N 717	Professional Seminar in Mathematics Education	3 Credits
EDUC-N 717	Professional Seminar in Mathematics Education	3 Credits
EDUC-N 717	Professional Seminar in Mathematics Education	3 Credits

Type 3: Linkage Courses (6 credits, 2 courses)

EDUC-J 705	Literature Review	3 Credits
EDUC-J 605	Independent Research Experience in Curriculum & Instruction	3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $500.17

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1500.51

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $599.51

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1798.53

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,456

Books & Supplies $830

Transportation $2958

Personal Expenses $4078

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,456

Books & Supplies $302

Transportation $2958

Personal Expenses $4078

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