Mathematics Education (Middle Grades)

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington ETPL
Middle school and high school math teachers require somewhat different skillsets. In grades middle school and junior high, it's all about helping kids develop a clear understanding of the basics of multiplication, division, geometry, and simple algebra. By high school, students need teachers with the knowledge and training to explain more complex subject matter and make it relevant and interesting for them.Students will take 8 professional core courses that will prepare them to handle unique educational situations and become better teachers. These courses focus on a variety of important topics including social and emotional learning, and technology and diversity inclusion in the classroom. Plus, students will get to use augmented reality experiences to give them the opportunity to practice their work before entering the classroom. These 8 professional core courses are also coupled with preclinical experience to help ensure teachers are ready for their classroom.WGU's online M.A. in Teaching, Mathematics Education (Secondary) degree program includes preparation for certification as a middle school or high school math teacher. You'll be taught effective ways of helping students in secondary grades* develop math skills they'll use for the rest of their lives.

Financial information

Total tuition

$23,190.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$1,065.00

Locations

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

3 Years

Length of training

Master

Award type

46

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

MAT

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

Bachelor's Degree

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Mathematics Teacher Education

Completion rate

86%

Employment rate

93%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$40.27

Typical (median) annual earnings

$57,756.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Mathematics Teacher Education

Education

92%

Other Industries

8%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
42
Completion rate
86%
Average number of students who completed each year
21
Gender
Male
65%
Female
35%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
2%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
88%
Multi-racial
2%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
29%
30 to 39
47%
40 to 49
10%
50 and over
14%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
0%
BA or higher
100%