Masters of Natural Science
Middle-level Math Concentration (MMA)
Mission: To expand math content knowledge and appropriate pedagogy for instruction at the middle-level grades
What: A program designed specifically for teachers to expand math content knowledge and appropriate pedagogy for instruction at the middle-level grades
- Coursework may begin during spring, summer, or fall semesters
- Spring and fall classes are taught via distance learning (synchronously online) one evening per week for three hours
- Summer classes are taught in Laramie for three weeks starting in June
Who: Current teachers who would like to obtain a middle-level math endorsement and have at least 2 years of teaching experience
Why: Earn a Master of Science degree with a concentration in Middle-level Mathematics Education. The content courses can be used as professional development towards meeting the federal definition of a "highly qualified" teacher
Application Information
Application Deadlines
Applications are due April 1st for Summer start, June 15st for Fall start, and November 1st for a spring start date.
Scholarships are available as funding allows. Contact the SMTC for information.
This program is a Gainful Employment program.
Non-competitive tuition awards are available as funding allows for Wyoming teachers who are formally accepted into the program. Contact the SMTC for information.
Master's Option
The Master's in Natural Science - Middle Math program includes the following coursework and projects:
- 24 credits of core courses in mathematics and mathematics education
- 6 credits of appropriate graduate-level mathematics and research courses
- Completion of a Plan B (non-thesis) project
Core Courses
Students can start the program during any semester. The program is on a two-year rotation where course offerings alternate depending on whether it's an even or an odd year.
Odd Number Year Program Requirements (2025, 2027)
Spring (synchronously online)
- NASC 5205 Methods for Teaching Middle-Level Mathematics (3 credits)
Summer (in Laramie)
- NASC 5170/MATH 5170 Connecting Geometry with Problem-Solving for Middle-level Learner (3 credits)
- NASC 5225 Assessment for Middle-Level Mathematics (3 credits)
Fall (synchronously online)
- NASC 5190/MATH 5190 Mathematics of Change and the Middle-Level Learner (3 credits)
Even Number Year Program Requirements (2024, 2026)
Spring (synchronously online)
- NASC 5140/MATH 5140 Numbers, Operations, and Patterns for the Middle-Level Learner (3 credits)
Summer (in Laramie)
- NASC 5215 Using Technology for Middle-Level Mathematics (3 credits)
- NASC 5185/STAT 5185 Analysis of Data in the Media for the Middle-Level Learner(3 credits)
Fall (synchronously online)
- NASC 5160/MATH 5160 Social and Historical Issues in Mathematics and the Middle-Level Learner (3 credits)
Additional Courses
- NASC 5670 Research Methodology (4 credits) is offered synchronously online during the Fall semester in the evening
- NASC 5810 Middle Level Science and Mathematics Practicum (required for teachers who are not currently teaching middle level science/math; 3 credits) is offered synchronously online in the spring semester of even years (2026, 2028, 2030, etc.)
- NASC 5961 Plan B Research (1 to 4 credits) is offered as needed.
